JESSIEVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description for

Child Nutrition Program Technician

DEPARTMENT:   Child Nutrition                               JOB STATUS:  Full Time

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: N/A                                    REPORTS TO:  CN Managers/Director of Child Nutrition

GRADE/LEVEL: As assigned                                     AMOUNT OF TRAVEL REQUIRED: See

Essential Duties

WORK SCHEDULE:  Per contracted days                                           

POSITION SUMMARY

The Child Nutrition Technician will work cooperatively with the CN Manager and other staff members to provide the students attractive, nutritious meals in an atmosphere of cleanliness, efficiency and cheerfulness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To use basic food preparation principles by using quantity production techniques in the areas assigned to work, by using the techniques of portion control, and by using service methods
• To understand and use a standardized recipe, including weighing and measuring products
• To operate equipment necessary to produce the amount of food that is required
• To follow all safety procedures and sanitation procedures
• To operate in accordance with state, federal and local regulations
• To perform other duties as assigned by Child Nutrition Manager
• To perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by employee’s supervisor

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statements

• Knowledge of the schools and JSD policies and procedures
• Evidence of strong commitment to quality education
• Evidence of strong organizational skills
• Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills

Education

Minimum of high school diploma or GED with an accredited educational institution. Other requirements per job description.

Experience

Minimum of one year of successful experience working with children, preferably with job related experience. Other requirements per job description.

Certificates & Licenses

Any valid certificate or license to comply with the necessary requirements to meet the position’s essential duties and responsibilities.

Computer Skills

Proficiency in email communication including sending and receiving

Ability to operate our point-of-sale system and related software

Willingness to learn new technology and system as needed

Other Requirements

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the school community.

Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all federal, state, and district requirements.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional documents. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups and the general public. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:   Ability to perform basic math operations to meet job expectations. 

REASONING ABILITY:  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with situations appropriately to meet job expectations.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Other Physical Requirements

Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth perception)

Sense of Sound (ability to converse with others, conduct telephone conversations)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform with the essential functions.

The JSD HR Office has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the JSD reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the JSD may deem appropriate.

The Jessieville School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Lender.

It is the policy of the Jessieville School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.