Job Description
Position Details
Work Calendar: Hourly
FTE: 0.7375 (Up to 29.5 Hours per Week)
Contract Status: Non-Contract
FLSA Status: Non- Exempt
Reports To: Nutrition Manager
Starting Wage: $ 16.50 hourly
Salary Schedule/Lane: 86/I
Benefits: Not Eligible
Multiple Vacancies, Position Open Until Filled
JOB SUMMARY
The Hourly Nutrition Technician prepares and serves food items to students and school personnel, maintains facilities in a safe and sanitary condition, occasionally handles money and reconciles transactions, and guides assigned personnel/volunteers in the performance of their job functions. Nutrition Technicians may be required to transfer between school kitchens to fulfill department staffing needs.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check. Additional minimum required qualifications for this position are:
Ability to pass a physical abilities assessment
Able to obtain a Food Handler's Permit within two weeks of hire
Able to follow safety practices and procedures, including the proper use of food preparation equipment
Speak, read, write, and present professionally, analyze, and interpret English written and verbal communications
Ability to complete basic math computations (add, subtract, multiply & divide)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
These are examples of skills and experience that the best qualified candidates may have. Not having one or all of them does not disqualify any candidate from consideration. Food handling experience
Point-of-sale transaction and money-handling experience
Spanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understand
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES Inspect food items and supplies to verify quantity and specifications of orders and comply with mandated health standards
Prepare, arrange, and serve food and beverage items to meet mandated nutritional requirements and projected meal requirements in a safe and efficient manner
Interact in a positive manner (e.g. students, staff, administration, general public, etc.) to maintain a friendly and welcoming environment for customer dining
Correctly identify a federally reimbursable meal and appropriately categorize its food components. Communicate with students to help them select food options to meet the federally reimbursable meal standard
Clean utensils, equipment, and the storage of food preparation and serving areas (e.g. sweeping, mopping, garbage removal, washing tables, etc.) to maintain sanitary conditions
Collect payments for food items from students and staff and reconcile transactions (e.g. cash, meal tickets, point-of-sale, federal meal benefits, etc.) to secure funds for reimbursement, balance accounts, and comply with district accounting practices
Stock food, condiments, and supplies to maintain adequate quantities and security of items. Inventory food items, condiments, and supplies to ensure their availability
Maintain food service equipment (e.g. weekly cleaning of proofers, ovens, steam tables, etc.) to maintain safe operating conditions
Prepare documentation (e.g. production records, inventory, etc.) to provide written support and relay information
Respond to inquiries of students, staff, and the public to provide information and direction regarding the type and cost of meals, and adherence to program regulations and guidelines
Attend meetings and trainings as required for a minimum of 6 hours per year (e.g. Healthy Edge and Safety and Sanitation classes within first 6 months, ServSafe, etc.) to convey and gather information required to perform functions
As needed, stand for extended periods of time, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds
Work under limited supervision, utilizing time-management and prioritization strategies, accurately processing detailed information, and meeting deadlines
Support a team environment by collaborating with own and other work units to effectively perform the duties of the position
Communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees and stakeholders
Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectively
Adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as required
Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
EMPLOYEE SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 40% walking, and 50% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resource Services - Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801-578-8340.
Non-Discrimination Statement
No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, (801) 578-8340. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, (303) 844-5695 Salt Lake City School District
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Contract work,