Nutrition Services Assistant I - Part Time / Substitute Positions at Palm Springs Unified School District
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Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Lifelong Learning Starts Here! The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternative education programs, one independent study program, and several headstart/state preschools. In striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special education, instruction for English Learners, Career Technical Education (CTE), athletics, advanced placement, Title I, GATE, and many other services. It is our Mission that all members of Palm Springs Unified School District are united in our commitment to equity. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. With a diverse team of employees, we are able to grow and learn better together. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and District’s achievement as well. In recruiting for our District, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. We create deep, meaningful learning opportunities, build professionalism, and engage parents and community, to ensure success for all students. All students graduate with the skills, capacities and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Palm Springs Unified School District Believes in Student Success: We foster - A growth mindset - Emotionally safe and inspiring learning environments - An every-student, every-day mentality - Highly engaging learning opportunities - Instruction that is tailored to student needs - Learning that propels students towards meeting their full potential Join our PSUSD Team!
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Palm Springs Unified School District
A.R. # 4232.334
NUTRITION SERVICES ASSISTANT I
PURPOSE STATEMENT
The Nutrition Services Assistant I prepares and distributes food items for consumption by students and school personnel and maintains facilities in a sanitary condition and complying with mandated health requirements.
FUNCTIONS
• Inspects food items and/or supplies received.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation, serving, and eating areas.
• Arranges food and beverage items (e.g. placing in steam tables, displaying, filling racks, etc.).
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff, and the public.
• Serves one or more items of food.
• Stocks food, condiments, and supplies.
• Collects payments for food items from students and/or staff (e.g. cash, meal tickets, etc.).
• Assists with physical inventories.
• Records meal counts.
• Monitors students in the lunchroom/cafeteria.
• Prepares food and beverage items for consumption at site or for transporting to other locations.
• Tests prepared food for flavor, appearance and temperature.
• Transports food and supplies to other locations (e.g. classrooms on the school site, off-site, etc.).
• Reconciles transactions (e.g. counting receipts, completing documentation, etc.).
• Reports equipment malfunctions.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of experience and training which would indicate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above. An example of an acceptable combination is:
Completion of formal or informal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
SKILLS to prepare and set-up food for service to students; serve food to students according to established procedures; operate standard kitchen equipment, appliances and utensils; add and subtract accurately and quickly; prepare and maintain accurate records; utilize industrial grade food service equipment; and use pertinent software applications.
KNOWLEDGE of methods of quantity cooking; health standards and hazards; food safe handling procedures; proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies; sanitation and safety practices related to cooking and serving food; standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements; basic inventory skills; proper lifting techniques.
ABILITY to communicate, be understood, give and carry out instructions spoken in English; keep simple written and numerical records; adapt to changing work locations (rover); setting priorities; work with children; establish and maintain effective working relationships and work as part of a team; understand and be sensitive to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of vendors, district personnel and administrators; maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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 5% sitting, 25% walking, and 70% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.
Education High School diploma or equivalent.
Required Testing Certificates
Job-Related Proficiency Examination Valid Driver’s License and Evidence of Insurability (desired)
Food Handler’s Certificate issued by the County Health Department, or equivalent (post hire)
Continuing Education/Training Clearances
None Specified Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
TB Clearance
Pre-placement Physical Exam
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between California Teamsters Public, Professional & Medical Employees Union, Local 911 General Employees Unit and Palm Springs Unified School District.
FLSA Status Bargaining Unit Salary Range BOE Approval Date
Non Exempt Teams 2 11 11/27/07
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
- A food Service Handler's Certificate, issued by the County Health Department (post employment) - Valid Driver’s License and Evidence of Insurability (for Rover positions)
- A food Service Handler's Certificate, issued by the County Health Department (post employment) - Valid Driver’s License and Evidence of Insurability (for Rover positions)
Comments and Other Information
DESIRABLE EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma (attachment not required, but information must be stated on application)
Job Duties: Under immediate supervision, to prepare and set-up food for service to students; serve food to students according to established procedures; operate standard kitchen equipment, appliances and utensils; add and subtract accurately and quickly; prepare and maintain accurate records; utilize industrial grade food service equipment; and use pertinent software applications.
Comments and Other Information
DESIRABLE EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma (attachment not required, but information must be stated on application)
Job Duties: Under immediate supervision, to prepare and set-up food for service to students; serve food to students according to established procedures; operate standard kitchen equipment, appliances and utensils; add and subtract accurately and quickly; prepare and maintain accurate records; utilize industrial grade food service equipment; and use pertinent software applications.
Application Deadline
10/25/2013 5:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/14/2013
Contact
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Add'l Salary Info
$10.88 / hour
Length of Work Year
Varies. This recruitment will also serve for establishment of an eligibility pool for current/future vacancies throughout the district and substitute positions.
Employment Type
Part Time
Location:
Throughout the District
Physical Requirements:
Passage of a pre-employment physical exam if selected for permanent employment.
Exam Date: :
TBD (Invitations will be sent via email notification for those qualified)