Nutrition Services Assistant/Lead Cashier

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

Position Title: Nutrition Services Assistant/Lead Cashier
Department: Nutrition Services
Immediate Supervisor's Position Title: Director of Nutrition Services
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Wage Range: $21.30 per hour
Hours: 8 hours

General Summary of Purpose of Job:
Perform a variety of assigned tasks: cashiering, making daily bank deposits, reconciling cash drawers, prepping a variety of foods for the day, serving, and working in the dish room, under established rules, policies and procedures.

SECTION II: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acts as Lead Cashier
• Assemble daily bank deposits.
• Reconcile cash drawers
• Monitor meal components and claim meals for reimbursement that adhere to federal guidelines and cashiering for ala carte.
• Assemble, prepare, and serve food items according to child nutrition guidelines, standardized recipes and directions from the Cook Manager.
• Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, pots and pans, and other items in the dish room using procedures established in HACCP plans.
• Rotate working in the serving area, cashiering, food prep and dish room as assigned.
• Clean and handle food properly using procedures established in HACCP plans.
• Utilize safety measures as it pertains to use and operation of equipment in the kitchen including utensils, knives, and other equipment
• Represent a positive public relations environment with customers
• Attend education classes, training classes and or workshops as required
• Other duties as assigned

SECTION III: WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum education and experience required to perform adequately in position could reasonably be attained only by completing the following:

• High school diploma or GED.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE WORK:

• Serv Safe certified and Food Managers license within 6 months of acceptance of the position
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Experience with high volume, scratch food preparation and service
• Ability to perform routine computer functions, including the use of Point of Service system, Email, Internet navigation and Google docs and sheets
• Demonstrated prompt, regular and reliable attendance

Benefits at South St. Paul Public Schools:

• HealthPartners coverage for medical and dental

• 403(b) retirement with district match

• PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association) benefits

• Flexible spending accounts

• Paid time off and leave benefits