What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Nutrition Worker (2026-2027 School Year) position at Fort Smith Public Schools?
POSITION TITLE: Child Nutrition Worker
REPORTS TO: Child Nutrition Manager
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Contract will be prorated based on actual start date. A full contract for this position is 180 days.
HOURS: 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (There are a few exceptions)
BEGINNING: 2026-2027 school year
LOCATION: District Wide
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Work experience in food-service industry preferred.
- Ability to deal effectively with students and the public.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of institutional food-service equipment.
- Maintain emotional control under stress.
DISTRICT VALUES
- We will always put student needs first.
- We believe relationships matter.
- We expect accountability.
- We operate with transparency.
- We prioritize student and staff safety.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Preparation and service of food according to the written menu of the day, using acceptable child nutrition techniques to give the highest quality food possible.
- Proper portion control is to be used at all times to meet requirements.
- Proper storage of foods to meet sanitation requirements.
- Cleaning and sanitizing all equipment, serving pieces, dishes, utensils and cooking items.
- Cleaning and sanitizing the preparation, service storage, employee facilities and dining areas.
- Maintains prompt and regular attendance
- Demonstrates the ability to maintain positive professional working relationships with others
- Maintains emotional control under stress
- Abide by state statutes, school board policies, and regulations
- Implement proper personal appearance and hygiene practices.
- All other duties as assigned by the manager and supervisory staff.
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must have the ability to lift at least 40 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to endure prolonged standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, occasional reaching above the head or the shoulders, bending, squatting.
See Classified Staff Salary Schedule
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