School Nutrition Assistant

The Mt. Abraham Unified School District is looking for a School Nutrition Assistant to join it's team beginning immediately. Our successful applicant should be an organized and energetic individual who loves being around children and bringing a positive influence to the school community with healthy food.

Job Summary:
The School Nutrition Assistant works under the direction of the School Nutrition Manager to execute meal preparation and other related tasks at an assigned school site. Work is creative, fun, fast paced, and interesting. Teamwork is essential.

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Prepare food according to planned menus, using approved school recipes and safe food handling procedures
• Work efficiently and in an organized fashion in a fast paced kitchen environment
• Serve food accurately to students, teachers, staff, and community demonstrating excellent customer service skills
• Clean and maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen in accordance with all food safety requirements and regulations
• Label and prepare food for storage. Receive, inspect and put away deliveries according to Standard Operating Procedures
• Foster a team environment by assisting coworkers with scheduled work demands
• Maintain and care for kitchen equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures
• Prepare and maintain a variety of reports and records including inventory and daily menu production sheets
• Communicate and interact positively with students, teachers, staff, parents, and community at all times
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Operate cash register, computer, and POS system
• Participates in ongoing training to improve job skills and knowledge as required by District policy and Federal guidelines and regulations.

Physical and Mental Requirements:
Mental Demands: calculating, comparing, problem-solving, evaluating, interpreting, organizing, consulting, analyzing, planning, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing, and presenting.
Physical Demands: sitting, standing, climbing stairs, adjusting, connecting, lifting (to 30 lbs.), bending, keyboarding, pulling, pushing, carrying, writing, and operating equipment.

Working Conditions
Environmental Conditions; inside, slippery surfaces, chemical exposure, working around moving objects, working alone, working in hot temperatures.

Salary Range:
$16.77-$23.91 per hour

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, including health, dental, and life & long term disability insurance; retirement savings plans; paid time off; and professional development opportunities. Our benefits package is designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth, and we are committed to providing a positive and supportive work environment for all members of our team.

Applications with references may be submitted through School Spring or contact Kathy Alexander at kathy.alexander@mausd.org.

Position Type: Full-time
Salary:$16 to $23 Per Hour
Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Welcome to Mount Abraham Unified School District
Mount Abraham Unified School District is located in Addison County and includes the town school districts of: Bristol (Bristol Elementary PreK-6), Monkton (Monkton Central School K-6) New Haven (Beeman Elementary School K-6), Starksboro (Robinson Elementary School K-6), and Mt. Abraham Union Middle/High School (7-12) Please visit our website for more information about MAUSD and our individual schools. www.mausd.org

Equal Opportunity Employer
MAUSD is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Sanitation and Safety Course must be completed within 1 year of hire
• Varied experience in food programs
• Basic knowledge of operating kitchen equipment
• Interpersonal skills, flexibility and commitment
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information
Kathy Alexander, School Nutrition Director
72 Munsill Avenue Ste 601
Bristol, Vermont 05443
Phone: 802-453-3657
Fax: 802-453-2029
Email: kathy.alexander@mausd.org

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