Student Nutrition - Specialist

Primary Purpose: Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices. Qualifications: Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED Equivalency Preferred Food Handlers Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations Experience: Previous Food Service experience is not required Major Responsibilities and Duties: Food Preparation and Serving Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures. Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers. Ensure proper storage and handling of food items and supplies in a safe manner. Maintain a clean and organized storage area. Safety and Sanitation: Operate and use utensils and equipment according to prescribed safety standards. Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene Other: Handle and record cashier functions accurately. Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies. Maintain daily food preparation records. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members. Maintains complete confidentiality Performs all other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Student Nutrition or designee. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder) moderate lifting and carrying; moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures. Wage/Hour Status: Hourly Pay Grade: Auxiliary - 1 This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.