Child Nutrition Program Assistant

JOB TITLE: CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM ASSISTANT

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent

Jefferson County Department of Health food handler certification

Valid Background Check

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and Empower Community School may require

REPORTS TO: Child Nutrition Program Manager or designee

JOB GOAL: To serve students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrate support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and priorities

Food preparation

Knows daily menu requirements

Follows daily food preparation schedule

Follows recipes

Knows when to begin food preparation

Knows how to store prepared food before serving

Prepares assigned dishes

Food storage

Assures that food is stored at appropriate temperatures

Maintains a first in/first out (FIFO) procedure for moving food from storage

Maintains a record of food taken from storage

Serving line

Serves students and staff in a friendly manner

Serves prescribed portions to all customers

Serves a neat and attractive tray