Substitute School Nutrition Program Assistant

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

School Nutrition Program activities involved in the preparation and service of food and the clean-up of the kitchen and serving areas.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent GED.
• Previous food service experience, preferred.
• Physical activities including lifting up to 50 lbs. several times per day. Standing more than 80% of the work day on hard floor surfaces. Frequent bending, stooping and having hands in water.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to handle and use cleaning and sanitizing chemicals including aerosol chemicals.
• Ability to acclimate to extreme temperatures ranging from extremely hot to sub-zero.
• Operates equipment that poses possible risk, loss or injury.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions in English.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

FOOD PREPARATION

• Understands and follows standardized recipes.
• Meets and follows all food handling standards (temperatures, hand washing, gloves, hairnets, etc.)

FOOD SERVICE

• Follows proper portion control requirements.
• Meets all serving schedule deadlines.
• Assures that food is attractively served.
• Ensures that hot and cold foods are served at the appropriate temperature.

FOOD STORAGE

• Rotates stock using the FIFO method.
• Dates all food items on the date received.
• Covers, labels and dates prepared and opened food. Dates include preparation, frozen and use by dates.
• Records food, refrigerator and freezer and dry storage temperatures appropriately.

SAFETY AND SANITATION

• Assures equipment and work area are cleaned, sanitized and stocked prior to end of shift.
• Utilizes and stores cleaning chemicals correctly.
• Complies with all food safety program guidelines including food service health regulations and HACCP standards.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AND TEAM WORK

• Displays a positive, cooperative attitude to customers.
• Promotes effective working relationships and works as part of the team.

COST CONSCIOUSNESS

• Utilizes resources, supplies and time effectively and efficiently.
• Follows money-handling procedures.

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Participates in training, in-service and other learning opportunities.
• Demonstrates ability to work in other areas (cross-trained).
• Adheres to SNP approved dress code and personal hygiene standards.
• Preforms other duties as assigned.
• Completes all job duties accurately following all local, state and federal regulations.