Child Nutrition Worker I - Pool 2023-24 School Year

REPORT TO: Director of Child Nutrition Services
SALARY SCHEDULE: 260/R4
WORK YEAR: 10 Months
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Food Handler's Certificate (This course has been approved by the Riverside County Department of Environmental Health and is valid countywide. http://www.statefoodsafety.com/food-handler/california/riverside-county StateFoodSafety.com is the only online food handler training and exam program that is approved in Riverside County. All other training providers are NOT approved. You can only get a valid food handler card online through StateFoodSafety.com or from one of our area offices.)

• Proof of HS Graduation

DEFINITION
Under general supervision, participates in the preparation and/or serving of food; and clean-up work; and performs related work as required.
CHARACTERISTICS
Receives supervision from the Senior Child Nutrition Worker in cooking, preparing and serving food for a central kitchen, ala carte area or cafeteria. When so assigned, Child Nutrition Workers report directly to the Senior Child Nutrition Worker; assists with food service duties for approved special events and assists in food service programs to community groups, parents, students and district personnel. The duties listed below are typical for positions in the class collectively but no one position will necessarily include all these duties.
SUPERVISION OVER
None
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Participates in specialized preparation and/or serving of foods, including preparing main dishes and baked goods, vegetables, salads, desserts and other dishes.
• Assists in requisitioning, receiving and storing of foods and supplies.
• Estimates quantities of food and supplies required.
• Assists in maintaining proper care of equipment and sanitation of the kitchen.
• Assists in inventory and maintain necessary records.
• Assists with cleanup of general work area.
• Participates in district inservice programs.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Methods and materials used in the preparation and serving of food.
• Standard sanitation and safety practices and procedures related to the preparation, serving and transporting of food.
• Standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements.
• Basic written and oral English and simple math.

Ability to:

• Estimate quantities needed and to order correct amounts of economical food service.
• Prepare, cook and bake a wide variety of food in large quantities.
• Lift moderately heavy items and stand for sustained periods of time.
• Work efficiently during rush conditions.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Training and experience:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade; experience in the preparation and serving of large quantities of food, including the preparation of salads and baked goods, or any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.
Personal qualities:
Demonstrates evidence of cleanliness, good health, and a willingness to work; must be free from communicable diseases.
Physical:
Good physical condition, stamina to stand and walk on hard flooring for long periods of time; withstand a wide range of temperatures; work with chemical agents; have the strength to lift and carry items weighing up to 55 pounds.
License:
A Food Handler's Certificate issued by the County Health Department to be obtained at the time of appointment.
Make Appropriate Entry for each of the following items to describe the extent of the specific activity performed by this employee:
Number of Hours
Number of Hours
0
0-1
1-2
3-4
4-5
5-6
7+
0
0-1
1-2
3-4
4-5
5-6
7+
1.
Sitting
XX
13.
Repetitive Use Of
2.
Standing
XX
Foot Control
3.
Walking
XX
a.
Right Only
XX
4.
Bending Over
XX
b.
Left Only
XX
5.
Crawling
XX
c.
Both
XX
6.
Climbing
XX
14.
Repetitive Use Of Hand
7.
Reaching Overhead
XX
a.
Right Only
XX
8.
Crouching
XX
b.
Left Only
XX
9.
Kneeling
XX
c.
Both
XX
10.
Balancing
XX
15.
Grasping
11.
Pushing or Pulling
XX
a.
Simple/Light
12.
Lifting or Carrying
(1)
Right Only
XX
a.
10 lbs. or less
XX
(2)
Left Only
XX
b.
11 to 25 lbs.
XX
(3)
Both
XX
c.
26 to 50 lbs.
XX
b.
Firm/Strong
d.
51 to 75 lbs.
XX
(1)
Right Only
XX
e.
76 to 100 lbs.
XX
(2)
Left Only
XX
f.
over 100 lbs.
XX
(3)
Both
XX
16.
Fine Dexterity
a.
Right Only
XX
b.
Left Only
XX
c.
Both
XX
Yes
No
Description
17.
Driving cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment
XX
18.
Walking on uneven ground
XX
19.
Exposure to dust, gas, or fumes
XX
20.
Exposure to marked changes in temperature or humidity
XX