What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nutrition Technician 5.5 Hours (MPS & MIS) 26-27 SY position at Millington Municipal School District?
School Nutrition Technician - 5.5 hours | Millington Municipal Schools
About Us:
Millington Municipal Schools is a public school district located in Millington, Tennessee. Our district was established in 2014 and is committed to providing a quality education to all students in our community. We operate four schools: Millington Early Learning Academy (MELA), Millington Primary School (MPS), Millington Intermediate School (MIS), and Millington Central Middle High School (MCMHS).
At Millington Municipal Schools, we believe that every student has the potential for success! Our mission is to provide an inclusive, innovative, and engaging education that supports every student's full range of unique needs and abilities. Our vision is to inspire, empower, and equip students for future success by preparing them to become leaders, critical thinkers, and world-changers.
Our dedicated staff members work tirelessly to create engaging and rigorous learning experiences that challenge and inspire our students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We value collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to continuous improvement in all that we do.
About the role:
As a School Nutrition Technician, you will perform the required duties involved in the preparation and service of food items for student and staff meals. This role is essential in supporting a safe, clean, and welcoming cafeteria environment where students can receive nutritious, well-balanced meals each day. Responsibilities include assisting with food prep, portioning meals, operating kitchen equipment, maintaining sanitation standards, and providing friendly customer service. You'll work as part of a team to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while promoting healthy eating habits among students.
Responsibilities:
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Attendance is an essential function of this job.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to work in areas that are often uncomfortable, wet, and slippery.
- Ability to work in the temperatures found in hot kitchens and the walk-in refrigerators and freezers.
- Ability to read recipes and complete tasks efficiently.
- Ability to understand and follow detailed written and oral instructions.
- Ability to understand and adhere to safety procedures and take precautions required to avoid cuts, bruises, burns, scalds, and falls.
- Ability to understand and follow directions in English, both oral and written, to ensure the safety of food preparation and service.
- Ability to keep accurate records.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift and carry loads up to 50 pounds.
May be subject to transfer to another school cafeteria if necessary to arrange for more efficient operation.
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Statement:
Millington Municipal Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and education. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.