Job Title Child Nutrition WorkerExemption StatusTest NonexemptReports toChild Nutrition DirectorDept.School Child NutritionPrimary PurposeWork under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production sanitation and safety practices.QualificationsEducationCertificationNone specifiedSpecial KnowledgeSkillsAbility to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructionsWorking knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production proceduresAbility to operate large and small kitchen equipment and toolsAbility to perform basic mathExperienceNoneMajor Responsibilities and DutiesFood Preparation and ServingPrepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.Serve food according to meal schedules departmental policies and procedures and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.Safety and SanitationOperate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness health and safety.Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.OtherHandle and record cashier functions accurately.Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.Maintain daily food preparation records.Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.Complete annual continuing education requirements.Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneMental DemandsPhysical DemandsEnvironmental FactorsToolsEquipment Used Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer mixer pressure steamer deep-fat fryer sharp cutting tools stove oven dishwasher and foodutility cartPosture Prolonged standing frequent kneelingsquatting bendingstoop pushingpulling and twistingMotion Continual walking frequent climbing ladder graspingsqueezing wrist flexionextension reachingoverhead reachingLifting Frequent moderate lifting and carrying 15&ndash44 poundsEnvironment Work inside in commercial kitchen environment exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures extreme humidity noise vibration microwaves biological hazards bacteria mold fungi chemical hazards fumes vapors gases electrical hazards work with hands in water work around machinery with moving parts work on slippery surfacesMental Demands Work with frequent interruptions maintain emotional control under stress