CNP Worker

Reports to: CNP Manager, Principal, CNP Director

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

Job Goal: To effectively implement the local school Child Nutrition Program (CNP). To provide healthy, nutritious meals and food preparation services for students, staff, visitors, and community members of Demopolis City Schools. 

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. Must meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
3. Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment necessary for performance of job responsibilities.
4. Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to follow Child Nutrition Program guidelines and regulations.
6. Ability to use technology as required to perform job responsibilities.
7. Strength, stamina, agility, dexterity, and acuity to perform job responsibilities safely and effectively.
8. Ability, agility and stamina to engage in prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, turning, reaching, and repetitive lifting up to 30 pounds.
9. Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
10. Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
11. Such alternative qualifications to those listed as the Board may require.

Performance Responsibilities:  

1. Assists in preparation and service of food according to the written menus of the day and supervisor’s/manager’s instruction.
2. Performs food storage, inventory control, equipment cleaning, assembly and disassembly, and related serving and sanitation tasks as assigned.
3. Performs duties in a courteous and professional manner.
4. Operates food service equipment in accordance with established procedures.
5. Serves in a job rotation or assists in any CNP activities as assigned including, but not limited to, cashier, server, backup, dish machine operator, food preparation, and cleanup of kitchen, dining area, storage areas, or work area.
6. Maintains professional dress and hygiene, suitable for food service work (uniform, hair net, closed-toe shoes with non-skid sole, etc.).
7. Observes proper safety precautions in the kitchen and other work areas.
8. Cooperates with other school system staff members in maintaining high standards in the Child Nutrition Program.
9. Follows written and verbal instructions and communicates effectively with others (CNP staff, vendors, school staff, students, parents and community members).
10. Participates in and promotes in-service training, conferences, and continuing educational programs for self-improvement and for other personnel.
11. Engages in professional growth and demonstrates professional ethics and effective work habits.
12. Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
13. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
14. Reports potential problems, unusual events, or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.
15. Responds to inquiries, requests, constructive feedback, concerns and/or complaints in a timely and positive manner.
16. Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
17. Properly uses and cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system.
18. Serves on school/system committees as required or appropriate.
19. Uses effective collaboration skills to work as an effective team member.
20. Demonstrates support for the school system and its goals and priorities.
21. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local regulations.
22. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
23. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the principal and/or supervisor.

Physical Requirements:

                Employee must occasionally lift, push, pull, carry and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Terms of Employment:

                Nine-month employee, in accordance with the Board approved salary schedule.

Evaluation:

                Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the State Department of Education and/or  

                Demopolis City Board of Education policy on evaluation of personnel. 

• Hiring is subject to Board approval.

Demopolis City School System does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.