Food Service Assistant (20 Hrs) - Haw River Elem 2025-26

POSITION TITLESchool Nutrition Assistant SCHOOL/DEPARTMENTAssigned schoolSALARYSalary Grade 55FLSA STATUSNon-exemptREPORTS TOSchool Nutrition ManagerSUPERVISESNoneWORK WEEK SCHEDULEMonday - FridayWORK HOURS21 Minimum for FT; 20 Maximum for PTNUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEARBased on school calendarPOSITION PURPOSE:The School Nutrition Assistant prepares and serves breakfast, lunch and other food to school children and adults in a courteous, customer service-oriented manner. The SNA is responsible for organizing and setting up equipment and workstations per the direction of the SNS Manager. Duties are performed as required by the USDA, health, food service and other regulations and laws. The School Nutrition Aide must demonstrate proper cafeteria equipment operation skills.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBasic ability to read and speak/understand English and count currency; make change at the registerKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESGeneral knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing and serving meats, breads, vegetables and other foods on a large scaleGeneral knowledge of the use or care of food preparation equipmentSkill in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipmentAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and school staffAble to maintain emotional controlAbility to keep confidential and exhibit sensitivity to students who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch assistanceAbility to work with others in a close, fast paced environmentAbility to address customers in a pleasant, courteous mannerBasic ability to read and speak/understand English and count currency; make change at the registerEDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCELevel of education necessary to be able to read and follow written food menus and work schedules.CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTSValid food handler's certification or card as required by the state and USDAContinued participation in food service continuing education courses as required by the USDAMust possess a valid driver's license issued by the NC Department of Motor VehiclesPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or GEDSome experience working in a school cafeteria within the last five (5) yearsESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPractice personal hygiene and proper sanitation proceduresTurn on, test and monitor equipment at the beginning of the dayPrepare food according to written and oral instructionsServe breakfast, lunch and a la carte itemsHandle cashiering responsibilities including food and ticket sales and serving a la carte itemsReplenish food and maintain clean serving areasMonitor food and equipment temperatures at all timesExhibit courtesy and understanding to all staff, students and customersPerform dishwashing duties of cooking, serving and eating utensils and toolsSet up and break down serving areasReceive, stock and rotate incoming and outgoing inventoryParticipate in formal and informal trainingDemonstrate comprehensive knowledge of sanitation practicesExhibit professional behavior of a reliable employeePerform preparation duties for the next dayMaintain a neat, clean and safe work environmentParticipate in marketing promotions and special events for students, adults and the communitySign in and work according to a designated time schedulePerform additional duties as requested by the School Nutrition Manager