SECTION I:  GENERAL INFORMATION

Position Title: Nutrition Services Assistant
Department: Nutrition Services
Immediate Supervisor's Position Title: Director of Nutrition Services
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Wage Range: $19.63 per hour
Hours Per Day: 4 hours 
   
General Summary of Purpose of Job:

Perform a variety of assigned tasks in the dish room, serving and cashiering under established rules, policies and procedures.

SECTION II: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assemble, prepare, and serve food items according to child nutrition guidelines, standardized recipes and directions from the Cook Manager.
• Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, pots and pans, and other items in dish room using procedures established in HACCP plans.
• Rotate working in serving area, cashiering, food prep and dish room as assigned.
• Clean and handle food properly using procedures established in HACCP plans.
• Monitor meal components and claim meals for reimbursement that adhere to federal guidelines.
• Utilize safety measures as it pertains to use and operation of equipment in the kitchen including utensils, knives, and other equipment
• Represent a positive public relations environment with customers
• Attend education classes, training classes and or workshops as required
• Other duties as assigned  

SECTION III: WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum education and experience required to perform adequately in position could reasonably be attained only by completing the following:

• High school diploma or GED.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE WORK

• Demonstrated prompt, regular and reliable attendance
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Experience with high volume, scratch food preparation and service
• Ability to perform routine computer functions, including the use of email, Internet navigation and Microsoft Word

Benefits at South St. Paul Public Schools: 

• Benefits are prorated for Part-Time Employees. 50% District Contribution.
• HealthPartners coverage for medical and dental
• 403(b) retirement with district match
• PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association) benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off and leave benefits