Substitute School Nutrition Food Assistant

Thomaston-Upson School System Home Page • Thomaston, GA

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About The Position

The Substitute School Nutrition Food Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the School Nutrition Manager by ensuring that food is prepared and served in accordance with established guidelines. This position requires a commitment to maintaining a safe and clean environment while providing excellent service to students and staff. The role involves various physical tasks and responsibilities that contribute to the overall operation of the school nutrition program.

Requirements

• Hold or be eligible for required certification
• Ability to work well with students, parents, staff, and the community
• High integrity, excellent character, and good professional reputation
• Ability to be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work
• Ability to perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting
• Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks
• Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students particularly during emergency situations

Responsibilities

• Be courteous and cooperate with fellow employees, students, and staff
• Physically perform duties assigned including moderate lifting (at least 30 lbs), carrying, pushing, and pulling, and mopping
• Stand and work for extended periods in varying degrees of temperature and humidity
• Operate a variety of large types of equipment
• Prepare foods according to recipes supplied by the manager
• Prepare the cafeteria serving counter, replenishing regularly, and serving correct portions
• Assist in the daily clean up of kitchen and service areas
• Follow manager's instructions as to storage and disposal of unused food
• Assist with cleaning counters, tables, and furnishings in the dining area
• Perform related duties as required including duties at special meal functions
• Attend relevant training classes as required
• Ensure adherence to appropriate safety procedures
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies and administrative directives
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed