Student Nutrition Services Lead
About The Position
The Student Nutrition Lead works under the direction of the Student Nutrition Service Manager and Field Supervisor to receive and organize food and supplies at an assigned school campus, prepare and maintain food service areas, distribute meals, perform cashiering and point-of-sale functions, and keep accurate meal records and audit documentation. The role is responsible for campus program compliance and implementation, including accurate coding and documentation of student meal applications and required submissions to TEA and USDA, following guidance from central Student Nutrition Services staff. The position also supports inventory, food safety, kitchen operations, student and staff inquiries, and instruction of Student Nutrition Assistants. The stated schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch; the Director of Student Nutrition Services may change the reporting schedule and lunch period.
Requirements
- Food Service Handler Manager Certification required.
- High school diploma or equivalent and some job-related experience.
- Complete at least 10 hours of CEU training during the school year.
- Understand and follow multi-step written and oral directions, procedures, regulations, and communications.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures and basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios.
- Knowledge of pertinent codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws related to food service programs in schools.
- Ability to use a personal computer, printer, fax machine, copier, and calculator.
- Meet standards of physical and mental health.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience in food service supervision preferred.
Responsibilities
- Receive, organize, store, and inspect delivered food and beverage items; report shortages, damages, or other discrepancies.
- Prepare food service areas before breakfast and lunch service and arrange food and beverage items for student access.
- Perform point-of-sale cashiering duties and assist students in using ID cards to accurately record food service transactions.
- Prepare food production records as needed, with guidance from the Manager and/or Field Supervisor.
- Track meals served through the point-of-sale system and maintain point-of-sale files and records in accordance with applicable TEA, TDA, and USDA guidelines for Texas.
- Monitor the work area to help ensure a safe and clean environment and report findings to the Field Supervisor.
- Monitor food service supply inventory and assist with ordering, unloading, storing, and rotating food and supplies.
- Participate in inventory activities and help ensure food is kept at proper temperatures.
- Respond to student and staff inquiries about the meal program.
- Follow established procedures for accidents, injuries, and fire drills.
- Assist with all kitchen functions and operate standard food service equipment.
- Review and verify student meal applications daily to ensure accurate identification of students eligible for free or reduced-price meal programs.
- Monitor and provide instruction to Student Nutrition Assistants.
- Prepare and deliver bi-weekly bank deposits and email bank deposit and cash reports to the Director of Student Nutrition Services.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
