Bismarck Public Schools is accepting applications for a Child Nutrition Assistant at Century High School for the 2026-2027 school year, with an estimated start date of 7/27/2026.

 

This position will work 4 hours per day and follows the school calendar, plus 1-2 professional development days.

 

Purpose Statement

The Child Nutrition Assistant is responsible for supporting food service activities at assigned locations.  Key responsibilities include preparing food items that meet nutritional requirements, verifying order specifications, and maintaining sanitary conditions in food service areas.

 

Supervisory Relationship Reports to: Food Service Manager II

 

Essential Functions

• Attend Training: Participate in unit meetings, in-service training, and workshops to gather and convey necessary job-related information.


• Maintain Cleanliness: Clean utensils, equipment, and food preparation and serving areas to ensure sanitary conditions.


• Food Preparation: Cook food from scratch or prepared items to meet nutritional and meal requirements.


• Estimate and Adjust Recipes: Adjust food preparation amounts and recipes as needed to meet meal requirements and minimize waste.


• Evaluate Food Quality: Assess prepared foods for flavor, appearance, and temperature to ensure acceptance by students and staff.


• Inspect Food Items: Verify the quantity, quality, and specifications of food items to meet preparation requirements and health standards.


• Inventory Management: Inventory food, condiments, and supplies to ensure availability for projected menu requirements. Monitor Sanitation: Maintain equipment and food service areas in compliance with health standards.


• Ensure Safety: Monitor kitchen and cafeteria areas to ensure a safe working environment.


• Cross-functional Support: Perform functions of other nutritional services positions as requested to ensure adequate staff coverage.


• Food and Beverage Preparation: Prepare foods and beverages to meet nutritional and health standards, ensuring appealing presentation.


• Report Malfunctions: Report equipment malfunctions to maintain safe working conditions.


• Serve Food: Serve food items to meet nutritional requirements and requests of students and school personnel.


• Stock Management: Stock food, condiments, and supplies to maintain adequate quantities and security.


• Adhere to School Policies: Follow school policies and procedures. Attendance: 


• This position requires prompt and consistent attendance.


• Perform Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned to support the effective operation of the work unit.

 

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Adhering to safety practices

Operating commercial kitchen equipment

Using pertinent software applications

 

Knowledge

Basic math skills (fractions, percents, ratios)

Safety practices and procedures

Food preparation and handling

Sanitation practices

 

Abilities

Schedule activities and meetings

Gather and collate data

Work flexibly with others

Operate equipment using standardized methods

Set priorities and work as part of a team

Handle interruptions and work with diverse individuals

 

Responsibility

Work under direct supervision following standardized procedures. Provide information and advice to others. Operate within a defined budget.

 

Work Environment Physical demands include significant lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and fine finger dexterity. The job requires 2% sitting, 50% walking, and 48% standing. Work under temperature extremes and conditions with exposure to risk of injury or illness.

 

Experience Job-related experience is required.

 

Education High school diploma or equivalent.

 

Required Testing

Post Offer Physical Exam

Continuing Education/Training Participate in ongoing training as required.

 

Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

 

FLSA Status Non-Exempt 

 

Salary Grade SF