Nutrition Services Cashier

DEFINITION:
Under general supervision of the Director of Nutrition Services, to serve as a site cashier; record/bookkeeper of Nutrition Services; accountability of daily sales and daily meals served; and to do other job-related work as required.  DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Nutrition Services Cashier is distinguished from Nutrition Services Assistant in that a greater amount of skill, experience, and coursework is required as it relates to Point of Sale, reimbursable meals, and identifying students with special dietary needs.   EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

1. Operate the Point of Sale for all meals served; 
2. supervises children at the Point of Sale including ensuring accurate charge/accountability, and ensure meal is reimbursable;
3. assist in washing and storing utensils, trays, and containers;
4. assist in maintaining the food service facility (kitchen and serving areas)  in a safe, clean, and sanitary condition;
5. restock milk cooler;
6. restock condiments;
7. restock salad bar;
8. prepare after-school program snacks;
9. performs other job-related duties as assigned.

 QUALIFICATIONS:
 Knowledge of:

• state reimbursable breakfast and lunch program;
• basic arithmetical calculations and measurement processes;
• rules and regulations pertaining to health and safety in cafeteria; 

 Ability to:

• meet physical, mental and environmental demands of position;
• maintain flexibility;
• keep accurate records;
• operate a Point of Sale;
• work efficiently and effectively;
• understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• stand for prolonged periods of time;
• establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students and staff;
• perform duties in a safe and healthful manner. 

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training with food preparation, safety, sanitation, or other related areas.
• One year of school food service experience. 

Physical Demand and Working Conditions: Heavy work, i.e. pushing, and/or pulling up to approximately 50 pounds. The job may call for lifting and/or carrying up to 50 pounds with assistance. With frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.  Work requires standing and walking for prolonged periods.   License Required:

• Valid Food Handlers Card/Certificate issued for Riverside County.