Nutrition Tech II - North Star Elementary School - Regular

Bend, Oregon 97703

Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity. Equity supersedes the notion of equality, where all are treated the same. Pursuing equity requires the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices so that all students fully benefit. The principle of equity will inform all BLS policies, regulations, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations.

Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity. Equity supersedes the notion of equality, where all are treated the same. Pursuing equity requires the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices so that all students fully benefit. The principle of equity will inform all BLS policies, regulations, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations.

Studies have shown that some individuals (women and people of color, for example) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification in a job description. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the position, and we acknowledge that that candidate may be an individual from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of a position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

Under direct supervision, the Nutrition Services II – Technician performs food serving, cooking, kitchen cleaning duties and other related work as required. The Nutrition Services II – Technician performs independent work as part of an overall team. Non-routine phases of the work are referred to the manager or supervisor for advice. The overall decisions and determinations are based on clearly defined procedures and instructions or on well-defined rules and regulations, but at times the complexity of the work may not be limited to established rules and regulations.

Responsibility for getting along with others includes regular contact with students, school staff and the public. The Nutrition Services II
-Technician directs the work assignments of the Nutrition Services I
- Server. This employee serves as the designated contact person assigned to kitchens without on-site managers. At kitchens with on-site managers, the Nutrition Services II – Technician is the designated contact in the absence of the managers. The Nutrition Services II
- Technician works under the supervision of the Nutrition Services Supervisor.

• Performs routine food preparation duties.
• Orders food and supplies for the assigned school.
• Supervises employees and students assigned to the kitchen.
• Oversees the preparation and serving of food and makes sure specifications are followed.
• Forecast the number of meals and food needed at their school.
• Needs to be able process free and reduced applications.
• Performs cleaning and dish washing and other general duties in a kitchen or serving area.
• May transport food to other school locations.
• Collects money and operates Meal software.
• Sells ala carte and snack bar items.
• Responsible for the opening and closing of the kitchen prior to the beginning and after the ending of each school year.
• Assists in the cleaning and storing of equipment and food supplies.
• Assures there is an adequate supply of food items for the preparation of future menu dishes.
• Maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of the assigned operational area.
• Maintains necessary records.
• Fulfills other related duties as assigned.
• Fulfills performance standards identified in the evaluation process as required by the position.
• Fulfills working conditions and physical effort listed below.

Work is performed in kitchen and cafeteria environments. The position requires prolonged standing, repetitive motion, bending, reaching, and lifting or carrying supplies and equipment consistent with assigned duties.

The employee may be exposed to hot surfaces, sharp tools, cleaning…