Nutrition Services Helper/Cashier-Rose Valley

Essential Functions

• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures
• Cleans utensils, equipment and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions
• Ensures foods reach and maintain proper temperatures and are entered into log book for the purpose of meeting mandated food safety requirements and for the safety of our students and staff
• Estimates food preparation amounts for the purpose of meeting projected meal requirements and minimizing waste
• Inspects one or more items of food and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying quantity and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements
• Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information
• Prepares food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and projected meal requirements
• Serves one or more items of foods for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel
• Stocks food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items
• Collects payments (e.g. cash or checks) for the purpose of completing meal transactions
• Fills out reports and reconciles transactions for the purpose of balancing accounts and adhering to accounting practices

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Bakes one or more items of baked goods for the purpose of providing food items to meet projected meal requirements
• Performs all other duties and participates in meetings and in-service offerings as required for the purpose of keeping abreast of current information in this field
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Aids in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies

Qualifications

• Prior job related experience in food preparation, serving and basic kitchen activities
• Demonstrated skills to perform basic arithmetic calculations, adjust recipes to various quantity demands, operate and care for institutional kitchen equipment, and computer skills
• Knowledge of modern methods of food preparation, health codes and sanitation principles, and nutritional and safety requirements
• Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures, health codes and sanitation principles
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, understand and carry out oral and written instructions, supervise students, and work as a team member with students and co-workers