Substitute Child Nutrition Service Assistant II

REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT     CLASS TITLE:  CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES ASSISTANT II   BASIC FUNCTION:   Under the direction of an assigned supervisor or lead, prepare and serve hot and cold menu items to students and staff at an assigned middle school or high school site; assist with cooking and baking various food items; maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition; assure the efficient operation of an elementary food service site as assigned.   DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:   Child Nutrition Services Assistant II incumbents perform more responsible preparation and service activities at middle school or high school kitchens and may be responsible for the efficient operation of an elementary food service site.  Incumbents in the Child Nutrition Services Assistant III classification serve as a second-in-command of a middle school or high school kitchen, coordinate catering services, and cook and bake food items from scratch.  The Child Nutrition Services Assistant I classification performs entry-level food preparation and service to students at assigned school sites.    REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:   ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold menu items; observe quality and quantity of food served according to established procedures; assure proper temperature of foods; assure compliance with safety and sanitation regulations.   Assist with cooking and baking a variety of food items such as main dishes, breads and desserts.   Assure the efficient operation of an elementary food service site or stand-alone facility as assigned by the position; complete daily production records, heat and serve food, and order perishables such as milk and produce.   Prepare fruits, vegetables, cereals and desserts; assemble various ingredients as assigned; package and wrap food items according to established procedures and portion control standards; serve meals on serving lines; set out prepared foods.   Prepare and package food items for distribution to school sites as assigned by the position; utilize specialized machines in the quantity packaging of food items   Maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition; sweep and mop floors to assure a safe and sanitary work environment; operate dishwashers and wash trays, pots, pans, plates, utensils and other serving equipment.   Clean serving counters, tables, chairs, food containers and other food service equipment; prepare food and beverages for sale; count and set-up plates, trays and utensils.   Prepare salads, sandwiches and packaged foods for distribution; mix, slice, grate and chop food items; open cans; replenish containers as necessary.   Operate standard food service equipment such as slicers, warmers, ovens, fryers, stoves and carts.   Stock condiments, food items and paper goods; assist in the storage and rotation of supplies in storage areas; assist with daily and periodic inventories as assigned.   Perform routine cashiering duties utilizing a Point of Sale (POS) system as assigned; count money and make correct change; pick up, count and maintain daily records of monies received.   Prepare salad or snack bar for use including setting up, filling containers and removing items as assigned by the position; maintain snack or salad bar in clean condition.   OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned.   KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:   KNOWLEDGE OF: Quantity food preparation including washing, cutting and assembling food items and ingredients. Sanitation and safety practices related to preparing, handling and serving food. Standard kitchen equipment and utensils. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Proper lifting techniques. Basic math and cashiering skills. Oral and written communication skills. Basic record-keeping techniques.   ABILITY TO: Prepare and serve hot and cold menu items to students and staff at an assigned school site. Assist with cooking and baking various food items. Maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition. Wash, cut, slice, grate, mix and assemble food items and ingredients. Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Follow health and sanitation requirements. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Work independently with little supervision. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Maintain routine records. Meet schedules and time lines. Operate a POS system and make change accurately.  
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:   Any combination equivalent to:  one year experience in quantity food preparation.   LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:   Valid ServSafe Certificate.   WORKING CONDITIONS:   ENVIRONMENT: Food service environment. Subject to heat from ovens.   PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing for extended periods of time. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects as assigned by position. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate food service equipment. Reaching overhead, above shoulders and horizontally. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching. Seeing to monitor food quality and quantity.   HAZARDS: Heat from ovens. Exposure to very hot foods, equipment, and metal objects. Working around knives, slicers or other sharp objects. Exposure to cleaning chemicals and fumes.