Substitute Nutrition Technician

Arlington Community Schools•Arlington, TN

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Arlington Community Schools is seeking a Substitute Nutrition Technician to assist the School Nutrition Manager in the efficient operation of the cafeteria. The goal is to prepare and serve nutritious and attractive meals for students and staff in a pleasant environment while maintaining a clean and sanitary work area.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Ability to work in environments that may be uncomfortable, wet, and slippery
Ability to work in the temperatures found in hot kitchens and the walk-in refrigerators and freezers
Ability to understand and adhere to safety procedures and take precautions required to avoid cuts, bruises, burns, scalds, and falls
Ability to understand and follow directions in English, both oral and written, to ensure safety of food preparation and service
Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations
Ability to keep accurate records
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues
Ability to follow standardized recipes
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Engage in continuous physical activity during serving hours (walking, standing, lifting, stooping, climbing)

Nice To Haves

Experience in commercial food service preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare food items according to the daily menu, production schedule, and standardized recipes.
Follow written and verbal instructions for pre-portioned items, cooking, serving, and cleanup.
Assemble ingredients, utensils, and equipment needed for meal preparation.
Serve food to students and staff in appropriate portions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor.
Maintain composure and a positive attitude with coworkers, staff, and students.
Monitor and record food temperatures and cooking times in compliance with HACCP and food safety guidelines.
Set up serving lines, ensure availability of serving utensils, and maintain cleanliness throughout serving.
Appears clean, neat, and wears proper attire.
Maintains cleanliness and sanitization of equipment, food preparation and serving areas, and storage areas, and safely handles and stores utensils, pans, serving ware and cookware.
Assists in stocking supplies and monitors inventory, rotates food products as scheduled.
May serve as cashier, operating a point-of-sale terminal and collecting monies.
Performs all duties in compliance with school, District and Health Department policies, procedures, and standards of quality and care.
Prepares accurate work records as required; may enter and retrieve computer data as needed.
Attends training and meetings as necessary to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.
Engage in continuous physical activity during serving hours (walking, standing, lifting, stooping, climbing).
Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the School Nutrition Manager or school administration.
Perform tasks consistent with other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent or designee.