Child Nutrition Technician - One Year Only

Ascension Parish School Board

Job Description

I. JOB TITLE: Child Nutrition Programs Technician JOB TYPE: 862 POSITION REPORTS TO: Cafeteria Manager / Satellite Cafeteria Manager PAY GRADE: CN-2 (CN-1 for part-time) FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt ASSIGNMENT PERIOD 180 days

II. SUMMARY OF POSITION'S PURPOSE

Performs various activities related to the safe and sanitary preparation and serving of lunches for school facilities

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION - Prefer a High School Diploma or its equivalent. Must pass the SFS test.
• EXPERIENCE - 0 to 6 months of basic work experience
• SKILLS - Knowledge of basic cooking technology. Must possess positive human relations skills.
• OTHER REQUIREMENTS - Must be physically capable of lifting in excess of 25 pounds on a continual basis. This position requires sustained manual dexterity with close mental/visual attention and the ability to perform job functions in a standing position for a majority of the workday. This position is exposed to environmental and temperature extremes, chemicals, and odors on a daily basis. Lifting, stooping, walking and reaching are required on a continuous basis. Must be free of any infectious or communicable diseases which, according to a determination by the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services, poses a risk of transmission through the handling of food.

IV. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and serves food according to pre-established recipes and schedules. Ensures that the food served is nutritious and tasty and meets food service requirements. Operates kitchen equipment.

• Maintains a clean and sanitary lunchroom and kitchen facility to include proper disposal of waste materials. Collects breakfast/lunch money.

• Removes food from serving trays, warmers and refrigerator.

• Assists with stocking items in the storeroom, refrigerator, and freezer as needed.

• Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external customers including students, parents, co-workers, etc.. Prioritizes and addresses requests and assignments in a professional manner to develop cooperative relationships and to ensure that student and employee records confidentiality is assured.

• Identifies opportunities and recommends methods to improve service, work processes and financial performance, e.g. expense management. Assists in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.

• Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service. Orients new co-workers and actively supports teamwork throughout the school system.

• Performs other services as required.

NOTE: This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The Ascension Parish School Board reserves the right to change this description at its discretion.