Substitute Child Nutrition Assistant

Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Some experience in quantity food preparation is preferred. Nature of Work Under supervision, performs all tasks in the cafeteria pertaining to food preparation, serving, and cleanup. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Some knowledge of food preparation and serving practices. Some knowledge of safety and sanitation standards. Some knowledge of simple arithmetic. Skill in use of kitchen utensils and equipment. Ability to perceive size and serve standard portions. Ability to complete required reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in applying standards to a variety of work situations. Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with parents/guardians or students and with school personnel. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments. Essential Job Functions: Read simple recipes and directions for quantity and follows directions. Gathers items as directed by recipe. Weighs and measures designated ingredients. Stores food and equipment in specified locations. Mixes and stirs ingredients. Slices and chops food. Adds garnishes to food. Places food in proper place on serving line. Proportions and serves foods on serving line. Follow items outlined in the "Child Nutrition Employees Duties, Responsibilities and Dress Code". Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.