Job Title:                  Child Nutrition Specialist                 

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to:               Child Nutrition Manager                  

Pay Grade:               Auxillary – PG 1

Dept./School:          Child Nutrition/assigned campus   

Date Revised:           07/01/2023

 

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:

None specified

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Experience:

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving

  1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
  2. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.
  3. Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
  4. Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

  1. Operate and clean tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
  2. Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
  3. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
  4. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
  5. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

  1. Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
  2. Assist with requisitioning, ordering and stocking of necessary food, supplies.
  3. Maintain daily food preparation records.
  4. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Equipment Used:

Working Conditions:

 

 

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.