Position Type:
Nutrition Services/Nutrition Services Associate
Date Posted:
5/22/2024
Location:
District Wide
Date Available:
06/03/2024
Closing Date:
See posting EFFECTIVE: Temporary, Summer Only 6/3/24 - 7/31/24
Position Type: Temporary, Non-Exempt
Work hours, flexible as needed
Schedule varies Monday- Friday, 7:00am -2:00pm
Benefits Eligible: No
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will prepare, and service breakfast and lunch to stakeholders adhering to state, federal and district policies and procedures. Ensure a smooth flow of students through the payment and point of sale system. Follow oral and written position instructions. Support in all matters related to the preparation and delivery of meals. Ensure delicious and nutritious meals are provided daily to support student learning and achievement. Accountable for customer service, compliance, food preparation and delivery, cashiering, and cleaning. Provide participative feedback regarding menu planning and food production. Partner with mentors, interns, and community members to advocate for healthier and flavorful meals for students. Assist manager with report preparation, and record maintenance in accordance with USDA, CDE and district policies. Develop and promote good community relations among stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide excellent customer service.
• Prepare and serve healthy, nutritious and appetizing breakfast and lunch to stakeholders.
• Cashier and student account management. Accurate recording of reimbursable meals utilizing point of sale system.
• Ensure site, equipment and textile cleanliness/sanitation according to federal, state and local guidelines and rules including the HACCP program.
• Assist with guaranteeing proper food storage based on federal, state and local nutritional standards and guidelines.
• Provide feedback regarding the meals that have been offered.
• Assist in the preparation of flavorful, nutritional and national school lunch (NSLP) compliant meals.
• Promote food service purchases through marketing, stakeholder buy-in, taste tests, student involvement, etc.
• Provide continuous monitoring to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Communicate and support school activities that encourage stakeholder involvement in student learning.
• Assist with the implementation of standards and procedures.
• Deliver quality, accurate, constructive, corrective, specific and timely feedback to employees that encourages them to perform at their highest level.
• Serve as leader by supporting and actively participating in professional development for staff.
• Coach and encourage others in the use of technology to enhance achievement and accuracy.
• Demonstrate patience with stakeholders when implementing new systems, policies/procedures, etc.
• Attend conferences, trainings, and other professional development to remain current on nutrition matters.
• Establish stakeholder rapport that allows for a proactive response to potential problems.
• Address safety concerns by working with stakeholders to ensure compliance with district-wide safety and emergency protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
• Create and implement effective and efficient process management strategies (e.g., procedures, equipment, materials and supplies).
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy.

The education/training/experience, license/certification, general expectations, physical demands, and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
High School graduate or equivalent.
Bilingual (preferred).
English fluency will be determined through the application and interview process.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Colorado Driver's License.
Serving It Safe certification within one year of hire.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
Is flexible.
Has advanced computer/technology skills.
Has the ability to travel between locations, if needed.
Has the ability to speak about technology and innovation.
Has the ability to work with stakeholders of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Has the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers.
Has the ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
Has the ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision.
Has the ability to effectively communicate with the School District community.
Has the ability to analyze, instruct, negotiate, coordinate, communicate, problem solve and use interpersonal skills.
Has the ability to compare, compute, synthesize and evaluate.
Has the ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions.
Maintain a generally positive attitude.
Maintain strict confidentiality.
Observe all District policies and procedures.
Adhere to federal and state legislation, regulation, and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 35 (thirty-five) pounds.
Occasional lifting of up to 75 (seventy-five) pounds, with assistance.
Frequent bending, walking, standing, reaching, and hand and arm movements
Occasional sitting, stooping, kneeling, and squatting.
Use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Use hands to grasp, and fine manipulation.
Eye/hand coordination (e.g., typing, ten key).
Concentrated reading/writing/mathematics.
Visual concentration on equipment.
Speak, hear, smell and taste.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Regular exposure to odors, moisture (wet/humid), extreme heat and cold, and moving mechanical parts.
Occasional exposure to extreme weather, hazardous materials, and bodily fluids.
Mostly clean and comfortable.

REPORTS TO:
Nutrition Services Manager or designee.

LOCATION:
District Wide

SALARY:
$16.56 - $18.73 per hour, depending on full time, job related experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

CLOSING DATE:
This position will close 5 days from the date of the posting or once the vacancy has been filled.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application at https://www.englewoodschools.net/prospective-employees. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act and Colorado law, Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates. Inquiries or complaints may be referred to Dr. Rana Razzaque, Director of Opportunity, Access & Inclusion,4101 S. Bannock Street, Englewood, CO 80110, (303) 806-2029, or to the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Region VIII, Federal Office Building, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204.