Job Title: Child Nutrition Worker Exemption Status: Test Nonexempt Reports to: Cafeteria Manager Dept.: School Child Nutrition Primary Purpose: Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.
Qualifications: Education: Certification: None specified Special Knowledge: Skills: Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools Ability to perform basic math
Major Responsibilities and Duties: Food Preparation and Serving: Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers. Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
Safety and Sanitation: Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.
Other: Handle and record cashier functions accurately. Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies. Maintain daily food preparation records. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members. Complete annual continuing education requirements. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Mental Demands: Physical Demands: Environmental Factors: Tools and Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools, including: • Electric slicer • Mixer • Pressure steamer • Deep-fat fryer • Sharp cutting tools • Stove • Oven • Dishwasher • Food utility cart
Posture: Prolonged standing Frequent kneeling, squatting, bending, tooting Pushing, pulling, and twisting
Motion: Continual walking Frequent climbing ladders Grasping, squeezing, wrist flexion, extension, reaching, overhead reaching Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying 15-44 pounds
Environment: Work inside in a commercial kitchen environment Exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures Extreme humidity Noise Vibration Microwaves Biological hazards Bacteria Mold Fungi Chemical hazards Fumes Vapors Gases Electrical hazards Work with hands in water Work around machinery with moving parts Work on slippery surfaces
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions Maintain emotional control under stress