Child Nutrition Program Assistant

JOB TITLE: CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM ASSISTANT MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent Jefferson County Department of Health food handler certification Valid Background Check Such alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and Empower Community School may require REPORTS TO: Child Nutrition Program Manager or designee JOB GOAL: To serve students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrate support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and priorities Food preparation Knows daily menu requirements Follows daily food preparation schedule Follows recipes Knows when to begin food preparation Knows how to store prepared food before serving Prepares assigned dishes Food storage Assures that food is stored at appropriate temperatures Maintains a first in/first out (FIFO) procedure for moving food from storage Maintains a record of food taken from storage Serving line Serves students and staff in a friendly manner Serves prescribed portions to all customers Serves a neat and attractive tray