Hybrid Child Nutrition Worker, 6 hrs./day bei Cape Henlopen School District

General Description:  A Child Nutrition Worker participates in food preparation in the school cafeteria, serving food, setting up counters, cashiering, operating kitchen equipment, and clean-up of kitchen facilities and serving areas.  Successful completion of job duties will result in an eating environment where meals are prepared, served, and stored in an atmosphere that promotes food safety, sanitation in a warm, inviting environment for students and staff. 

Minimum Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Must work in the area assigned by the Child Nutrition Manager.

• Will be responsible for proper use, operation and cleanliness of kitchen equipment, heating and cooling units, cash register, and other equipment as required.

• Must be open to accepting alternating assignments on the serving line, in the dish room, kitchen prep, and cash register as directed by the Child Nutrition Manager.

• Must keep work, service areas, and equipment clean and sanitary and avoid a backlog of unwashed areas, equipment, and utensils according to the district plan.

• Will clean dining area tables and chairs during and after meal service and sweep the floor in the kitchen preparation area.

• Will move and store Child Nutrition food and supplies.

• Will observe areas where help is needed and assist where needed to expedite the work.

• Adheres to approved standards of personal hygiene and grooming, including appearance, cleanliness, and appropriate dress code.

Professional Responsibilities

• Report to work on time every workday.

• Perform all duties as assigned during scheduled workdays.

   

  • Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships. 

• Display a cooperative attitude and have the ability to work well with students, school personnel, co-workers, and the supervisor.

   

  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 

  • Work independently and exercise initiative. 

  • Willingness to continue professional growth and development.

• Shall be free from the use of drugs and alcohol.

Competencies:  Success in this position requires the following knowledge, skills, and abilities 

1. Knowledge

• Knowledge of necessary sanitation precautions and procedures during food preparation and storage according to the district and state guidelines. 

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn the operation of kitchen equipment and/or cash register.

• Knowledge of how to communicate and provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and families by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

2. Skills 

    

   • Active listening -Giving full attention to what others are saying and taking the time to understand what is being said.

   • Social perceptiveness – Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

   • Coordination & Flexibility – Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions, and an openness to accepting new assignments and duties.

   • Communicating - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person

3. Abilities

    

   • Ability to read, write, and communicate with others.

   • Ability to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner.

   • Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties.

      

     1. Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday.

     2. Must be able to use arms and hands without restrictions

     3. Must be able to lift 50 pounds

   • Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, families, and school personnel.