Food and Nutrition Services Associate ; POOL

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Salary: $19,308 - $24,758

Performs responsible semi-skilled work in preparing and serving institutional meals and cleaning cafeterias; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Cafeteria Manager.

• Preparing, cooking, and serving school meals in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations and policies.
• Rotates through the full range of food service responsibilities.
• Washes pots, pans, kettles, and other cooking utensils.
• Operates food service equipment in an efficient and safe manner.
• Cleans work area continually and performs daily cleaning duties.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary operation in accordance with the Suffolk Department of Health, Food and Nutrition Services.
• Receives and stocks food and supplies using first in, first out rotation.
• May serve as cashier; collects and accounts for lunch receipts.
• Assists in making sure that tables and surrounding areas are clean.
• Assists students with orderly food purchases, distribution of food, disposal of food waste, and return of trays and utensils.
• May collect, count, and deposit food services program monies.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

• Knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing and serving meats, breads, vegetables, and other foods on a large scale.
• Knowledge of the use and care of food preparation equipment.
• Knowledge of food values and nutrition.
• Knowledge of USDA rules and regulations.
• Skill in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Ability to work well with others and establish effective working relationships.

• Works in a standard school environment. Requires exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly.
• Repetitive motions, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping.
• Vocal communication and hearing required for effective communication.
• Visual acuity needed for inspection, measuring, and operation of machines.
• Subject to inside environmental conditions, extreme heat, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.

• Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License or ability to provide own transportation.

• Possession of a health certificate for food preparation issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Membership and certification by the American School Food Service Association desirable.

• Prior experience working as a lunch or food service aide, preferably in a school or with children.
• Equivalent of completing eighth grade and some experience in large-scale food preparation.

• FLSA Status:
  Non-exempt

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Part-time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Primary and Secondary Education