Glendale Elementary School District #40

Glendale, Arizona, United States

Food and Nutrition Specialist

Posted over 1 month ago

Job Description

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Food Service Specialist

Job Description Glendale Elementary School District

Purpose Statement

Food Service Specialist

The job of Food Service Specialist is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the food service activities at assigned location with specific responsibilities for cooking and distributing food items that meet the mandated nutritional requirements; providing complete and accurate documentation and audit trail for meals served; maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition; and serving as a resource to other Food Service W orkers/Specialists.

Essential Functions

Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.

Collects payments for food items (e.g. cash, free/reduced meal offset, etc.) for the purpose of securing funds for reimbursement of items selected.

Directs other food service personnel in the absence of the Food Service Manager for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the workforce, meeting shift requirements, and/or providing assistance with administrative functions.

Inspects food items, and/or work areas (e.g. personal hygiene, proper food temperatures, etc.) for the purpose of preventing cross-contamination of food borne illnesses.

Loads carts, food warmers, trays, etc. for the purpose of ensuring that food and/or beverage items are available for transporting to other sites.

Maintains a variety of documents, files, and/or both manual and electronic (e.g. production workbook, fund verifications sheets, menus, catering logs/records, etc.) for the purpose of providing documentation for audit purposes and meeting state, federal, and administrative requirements.

Maintains inventory of dry storage, refrigerated and frozen food, condiments, etc. for the purpose of ensuring availability of items.

Oversees food service workers for the purpose of ensuring functions are performed efficiently and/or providing input to administrator for evaluation of personnel.

Prepares cafeteria food items and/or catering items (including cooking and/or baking) for on-site or remote locations for the purpose of ensuring availability of food service at alternate sites and/or activities.

Receives food items and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying quantity and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in school cafeteria; operating a computer including using pertinent software applications; and maintaining accurate record; and or other qualifications the Board deems appropriate.

Food Service Specialist

KNOW LEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: quantity cooking methods; pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; food safety and sanitation requirements; and basic kitchen utensils and equipment.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: working as part of a team; meeting deadlines and schedules; and working with children.

Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 20% walking, and 70% standing. The job is performed under temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience:

Education:

Equivalency:

Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

High school or GED.

Required Testing: Certificates and Licenses Food Handler's Permit (at time of hire), Serv Safe Certification

(obtain within three months from date of hire)

Continuing Educ. / Training: Clearances IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card Required,

Measles/Rubella Immunity/Vaccination, Valid form I-9

FLSA Status

Approval Date

Salary Grade

Non-Exempt 8
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