Position Title: Nutrition Services Technician

Job ID#: 1796

Reports to: Director of Nutrition Services

Work Agreement: 185 Days; 20 hours per week 

Schedule: 10:00 - 2:00 

Hourly Pay starts at $16.36 and is based on related experience

 

 

Crete Public Schools is seeking applications for nutrition services positions to begin immediately. Benefits include 75% paid single health insurance, paid single dental, retirement, long term disability insurance, and sick and personal leave. 

 

This position is open until filled.

 

 

Essential Requirements: 

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Food Service experience preferred
3. Work well with children
4. First aid knowledge preferred
5. Satisfactory completion of criminal background check

 

Job Tasks: 

1. Participates in the preparation of ingredients according to the planned menu and prescribed recipes.
2. Maintains production flow by operating dish machines, pot washing areas, and maintaining organized storage of all pans, utensils, storage containers, and other small wares and equipment used in the production facility.  
3. Ensures the freshness of all prepared items by implementing proper rotation of food items prepared, properly wrapping and labeling prepared food items, and preparing only the amounts of food items as assigned. Complete meal production sheets as assigned.
4. Participates and maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen, cafeteria and storage areas including but not limited to, walk-ins, refrigeration, freezers, and dry storage areas.
5. Records and maintains temperature logs for equipment, food production, and food transport according to Standard Operating Procedures and in compliance with Federal Child Nutrition Programs.
6. Uses and maintains institutional food service equipment such as slicers, ovens, mixers, and commercial dishwashers.
7. Stock food, condiments, and supplies and assist with serving students as required.
8. Observe all safety and food handling requirements.
9. Provide excellent customer service.

 

Other Responsibilities:

1. Adhere to all Federal and State USDA regulations and State and local Food Codes.
2. Inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas in order to ensure functional operation.
3. Develop and maintain a positive, professional rapport with students, parents, and co-workers.
4. Perform other tasks or duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Principal, or other supervisors.
5. Participates in professional development activities to meet professional standard requirements.
6. Reads and responds to emails pertaining to the position and overall school environment.
7. Perform other tasks or duties as assigned by supervisor. 

  

At-Will Position: 

• This position is an “at-will” position and may be terminated, with or without cause, at any time in the sole discretion of the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee.

 

Working Conditions: 

1. Environment: Inside and Outside 
2. Mental Demands: Ability to work under pressure and to meet timelines
3. The ability to perform the following identified physical requirements: 

 

Physical Requirements of Head Custodian E = Essential  NE = Non-Essential	Occasional - up to 33% of time  NE	Occasional - up to 33% of time, absolutely essential to the job     E	Frequent - between 34%-66% of time     E	Continuous - over 66% of time    E
Stamina
Sitting	X
Walking			X
Standing				X
Sprinting/Running	X
Flexibility
Bending or twisting at the neck more than the average person			X
Bending or twisting at the trunk more than the average person			X
Squatting/Stooping/Kneeling			X
Reaching above the head			X
Reaching forward			X
Repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion many times (For example: typing, data entry, etc.)				X
Flexibility
Climbing (on ladders, into large trucks/vehicles, etc.)		X
Hand/grip strength			X
Driving on the job	X
Typing non-stop	X
Use of Arms and Hands
Manual dexterity (using a wrench or screwing a lid on a jar)			X
Finger dexterity (typing or putting a nut on a bolt)			X
Lifting Requirements
Lifting up to 10 pounds (Mark all that apply)
Floor to waist			X
Waist to shoulder		X
Shoulder to overhead		X
Lifting 11 to 25 pounds (Mark all that apply)
Floor to waist			X
Waist to shoulder			X
Shoulder to overhead		X
Lifting 26 to 50 pounds (Mark all that apply)
Floor to waist			X
Waist to shoulder		X
Shoulder to overhead		X
Lifting 51 to 75 pounds (Mark all that apply)
Floor to waist	X
Waist to shoulder	X
Shoulder to overhead	X
Lifting 76 plus pounds (Mark all that apply)
Floor to waist	X
Waist to shoulder	X
Shoulder to overhead	X
Can load/items weighing over 50 pounds that are lifted or carried be shared, or reduced into smaller loads?		X
Pushing/Pulling
25 to 50 pounds		X
51 to 75 pounds	X
76 to 90 pounds	X
Over 90 pounds	X
Carrying
10 to 25 pounds			X
25 to 50 pounds		X
51 to 75 pounds	X
76 to 90 pounds	X
Over 90 pounds	X