Nutrition Services - Prep Worker @ Lewis & Clark High School, 3 Hrs, Cont.

Spokane Public Schools•Lewis And Clark High School - Spokane, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Cafeteria Manager, Transport Manager or designee, assist in the preparation and serving of high-quality, nutritious meals, as well as cleanup in the time allotted, for the purpose of ensuring a high-quality, self-supporting program which meets budgeted annual revenues and supports the nutritional well-being of students as part of the education process. Responsible for interacting with kitchen and school staff, students and the public, in a cooperative and professional manner.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability and aptitude to perform the responsibilities listed.
Exhibit ability to meet the requirements of Prep Worker level by achieving minimum scores on appropriate interview and/or test.
Demonstrate Knowledge of and Ability to Utilize: Basic kitchen utensils and equipment.
Rules of proper food safety and sanitation.
Proper portion control methods.
USDA rules and regulations for Nutrition Services program.
Nutrition Services Department policies and procedures.
Fundamentals of HACCP procedures.
Nutrition Services/Health Department Requirement: Obtain and possess a valid Food Handler's Permit.
Hepatitis A vaccination or waiver.
Current fingerprint record on file.
Education/Physical Work Requirements: High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, write, and communicate is required, as is ability to understand verbal and written directions and possess basic mathematical skills as well as ability to read measuring devices.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds without assistance.
Must be able to bend, stoop, and lift overhead and stand for extended periods of time; requires the use of both hands.
General computer skills.
Exhibit Ability to: Learn and perform responsibilities of other positions in kitchen and willingness to substitute in those positions during employee(s) absence.
Be flexible and adjust work pace to meet the demands of changing workload.
Exhibit a professional attitude at all times and a willingness to take directions and work with others in a positive, cooperative, and pleasant manner.
Make independent decisions and take appropriate action while following established procedures and guidelines.
Assist in promoting nutrition education and Nutrition Services program.
Assist other employees in food preparation and cleaning tasks in a positive, willing manner.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, teachers, parents, and administrators while maintaining confidentiality.
Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Satisfactory completion of approved Safety/Sanitation class, preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for knowing and following procedures, policies, and requirements of the Nutrition Services program and Spokane Public Schools.
Actively participate in and assist with meal preparation, meal service, and cleanup following established food safety/sanitation and program procedures.
Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies according to established procedures.
May be asked to transport food to other school locations.
Successfully complete classes required for position and attend meetings, and/or workshops related to position.
May be required to assist with opening and closing of the kitchen prior to the beginning and after the ending of each school year.
Fulfill other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.
Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options.
Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee.
The SEBB program also offers additional employee paid benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).
Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.
School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan.
Employees can choose from a lifetime retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement.
When employees meet plan requirements and retire, they are guaranteed a monthly benefit for the rest of their life from the employer-funded pension.
Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b)-retirement plan through the district’s plan manager, OMNI.