Choice Schools
Grand Rapids, Michigan
School Nutrition Aide Substitute - As Needed School Year Wonder what it would be like to go snowshoeing through a maple forest? Or what it may be like to grow your own food in a greenhouse? Students at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science (WMAES) don't wonder what they know! Come be a part of our 62-acres of an outdoor classroom to expand your child's love of learning. Working gardens, nature trails, forests, wetlands and prairies are all available for students to explore. WMAES students transition from desks to dirt, creating an environment for all students to learn. WMAES knows that teachers are the heart of the school and are surrounded by a support system that is committed to the success of every child. Qualities of a Successful Candidate: A comfortability in an outdoor setting and a knack for creativity and innovation, incorporating hands-on activities, experiential learning, and interactive teaching methods to make environmental/outdoor learning engaging and impactful. An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels. A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students. Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with children, parents and other staff members. They should be able to work collaboratively, promoting a harmonious learning environment. As the School Nutrition Aide Sub, your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Maintains food preparation and dining areas at ratings exceeding state standards. Maintains food service areas, equipment, and furnishings in neat, clean, and appealing condition. Immediately reports any damage to school property to the School Nutrition Director. Keeps an inventory of food, supplies, and equipment on hand, and makes requisitions to the School Nutrition Director far enough in advance to sustain a smooth-running and continuous food service program. Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the School Nutrition Director or the School Leader. Oversees preparation, packaging, and distribution of school meals. Collects cash for reduced-price meals and full-paid meals, as assigned. Accounts and reports funds collected for meals for students and adults, as assigned. Maintains food preparation and dining areas at ratings exceeding state standards. Maintains food service areas, equipment, and furnishings in neat, clean, and appealing condition. Achieves high levels of customer satisfaction through student participation rates and by student and adult ratings. Promptly reports major repairs needed to the School Nutrition Director. Immediately reports any damage to school property to the School Nutrition Director. Keeps an inventory of food, supplies, and equipment on hand, and makes requisitions to the School Nutrition Director far enough in advance to sustain a smooth-running and continuous food service program. Demonstrates a basic understanding and implementation of County Health regulations, and MDE School Nutrition Policies/Procedures relative to their work assignments. Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the School Nutrition Director or the School Leader. Job Goal: Supporting the school nutrition team to provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient school nutrition program. The focus is on preparing, serving, and maintaining the quality and safety of food in accordance with established guidelines and hygiene standards. With dedication to maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment, the aim is to support the overall functioning of the school's food service operations. Through effective communication and teamwork, positive interactions are fostered with fellow colleagues, students, and staff members. This position will support and uphold the mission and vision of the environmental academy. Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience: Minimum Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or equivalent. Solid record of punctuality verified by reference checks. Desired Qualifications: Valid ServSafe Certification. Ability to read, follow directions, and maintain records. Food service experience in an educational setting. Experience working with students from all backgrounds. Ability to work effectively with school personnel and students in a diverse school community. Work Location: 4463 Leonard St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534 Please contact Kishen Newton at with any questions. Working for Choice Schools Associates West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Environmental Model, School Name is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding environmental schools within the state. The Environmental Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area. Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
School Nutrition Aide Substitute - As Needed School Year Wonder what it would be like to go snowshoeing through a maple forest? Or what it may be like to grow your own food in a greenhouse? Students at West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science (WMAES) don't wonder what they know! Come be a part of our 62-acres of an outdoor classroom to expand your child's love of learning. Working gardens, nature trails, forests, wetlands and prairies are all available for students to explore. WMAES students transition from desks to dirt, creating an environment for all students to learn. WMAES knows that teachers are the heart of the school and are surrounded by a support system that is committed to the success of every child. Qualities of a Successful Candidate: A comfortability in an outdoor setting and a knack for creativity and innovation, incorporating hands-on activities, experiential learning, and interactive teaching methods to make environmental/outdoor learning engaging and impactful. An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels. A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students. Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with children, parents and other staff members. They should be able to work collaboratively, promoting a harmonious learning environment. As the School Nutrition Aide Sub, your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Maintains food preparation and dining areas at ratings exceeding state standards. Maintains food service areas, equipment, and furnishings in neat, clean, and appealing condition. Immediately reports any damage to school property to the School Nutrition Director. Keeps an inventory of food, supplies, and equipment on hand, and makes requisitions to the School Nutrition Director far enough in advance to sustain a smooth-running and continuous food service program. Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the School Nutrition Director or the School Leader. Oversees preparation, packaging, and distribution of school meals. Collects cash for reduced-price meals and full-paid meals, as assigned. Accounts and reports funds collected for meals for students and adults, as assigned. Maintains food preparation and dining areas at ratings exceeding state standards. Maintains food service areas, equipment, and furnishings in neat, clean, and appealing condition. Achieves high levels of customer satisfaction through student participation rates and by student and adult ratings. Promptly reports major repairs needed to the School Nutrition Director. Immediately reports any damage to school property to the School Nutrition Director. Keeps an inventory of food, supplies, and equipment on hand, and makes requisitions to the School Nutrition Director far enough in advance to sustain a smooth-running and continuous food service program. Demonstrates a basic understanding and implementation of County Health regulations, and MDE School Nutrition Policies/Procedures relative to their work assignments. Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the School Nutrition Director or the School Leader. Job Goal: Supporting the school nutrition team to provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient school nutrition program. The focus is on preparing, serving, and maintaining the quality and safety of food in accordance with established guidelines and hygiene standards. With dedication to maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment, the aim is to support the overall functioning of the school's food service operations. Through effective communication and teamwork, positive interactions are fostered with fellow colleagues, students, and staff members. This position will support and uphold the mission and vision of the environmental academy. Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds, the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience: Minimum Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or equivalent. Solid record of punctuality verified by reference checks. Desired Qualifications: Valid ServSafe Certification. Ability to read, follow directions, and maintain records. Food service experience in an educational setting. Experience working with students from all backgrounds. Ability to work effectively with school personnel and students in a diverse school community. Work Location: 4463 Leonard St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534 Please contact Kishen Newton at with any questions. Working for Choice Schools Associates West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Environmental Model, School Name is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding environmental schools within the state. The Environmental Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area. Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Public School of North Carolina
Newton, North Carolina
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties in the direct supervision of the food service program in one of the schools. Directly supervises other employees in the school cafeteria. Reports to the Child Nutrition Director and/or the school principal. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Food Production and Service Schedules work to be done. Follows planned menus with occasional substitutions as allowed. Applies prescribed quality standards and quantity controls. Observes food preparation and line service to assure quality and proper presentation of food. Displays food to reflect school and seasonal activities. Plans use of left-over foods. Purchasing, Storage, and Inventory Requisitions foods and supplies as needed. Verifies cost, quantity and quality of items received. Advises supervisor concerning improper quality/condition of items received. Sets up and ensures proper storage of all items according to prescribed standards. Inventories items according to established system. Rotates stock in a timely manner. Equipment and Facility Management Oversees the use of equipment. Requests repairs and replacement of equipment as needed. Maintains a constant check of conditions of sanitation and safety and makes needed corrections. Oversees use of facility by other groups. Personnel Management and Supervision Assigns work to staff. Maintains time sheets and leave records. Provides on-the-job training in equipment use and care, food production and presentation, sanitation, storage and record keeping. Evaluates performance of each employee. Counsels employees to maintain productive working relationships. Recommends hiring and disciplining of employees. Conducts staff meetings. Prepares purchase records and reports. Prepares free/reduced/full-price lunch records and reports. Submits reports on a timely basis. Sanitation and Safety Develops and implements cleaning schedule. Enforces employee sanitation procedures. Enforces dress/personal hygiene codes. Follows established procedures to avoid food contamination. Public Relations Provides information on food service program to students, parents and school staff. Responds to customer concerns and complaints. Assists in the planning and production of special functions involving child nutrition program. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Performs other related duties as assigned by the Child Nutrition Director and/or school principal. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from high school or equivalent and three years of experience in food service, or two years of formal training in food service and one year of experience in food service. Managers are also required to obtain and keep current ServSafe Certification. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate cooking and kitchen equipment. Must be able to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and lift and carry boxes up to fifty pounds. Physical demand requirements are for medium work. Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable composite characteristics of things. Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving instructions, assignments or directions to subordinates or assistants. Language Ability: Requires the ability to read simple forms. Requires the ability to prepare time sheets and supply requisitions using prescribed format. Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in standard English. Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to add, subtract, divide and multiply. Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape. Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using kitchen utensils and appliances. Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors or shades of color. Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under average to high levels of stress. Physical Communications: Requires the ability to talk and hear. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of food preparation and standards of sanitation and safety. Working knowledge of basic arithmetic. Skill in the use of food preparation equipment and cleaning equipment and ability to perform basic cleaning operation (sweeping, moping, etc.). Ability to develop schedules for the use of personnel and material resources. Ability to train personnel in equipment use and care, food production and presentation, sanitation, storage and record keeping. Ability to coordinate various activities in the preparation and serving process. Ability to inventory and record information accurately. Ability to comprehend and apply written and verbal guidelines and directions, and explain these to others. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships. Ability to use and comprehend basic computer software as it relates to food service operations. DISCLAIMER This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this job. It is not a contract or guarantee of employment, salary or benefits.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties in the direct supervision of the food service program in one of the schools. Directly supervises other employees in the school cafeteria. Reports to the Child Nutrition Director and/or the school principal. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Food Production and Service Schedules work to be done. Follows planned menus with occasional substitutions as allowed. Applies prescribed quality standards and quantity controls. Observes food preparation and line service to assure quality and proper presentation of food. Displays food to reflect school and seasonal activities. Plans use of left-over foods. Purchasing, Storage, and Inventory Requisitions foods and supplies as needed. Verifies cost, quantity and quality of items received. Advises supervisor concerning improper quality/condition of items received. Sets up and ensures proper storage of all items according to prescribed standards. Inventories items according to established system. Rotates stock in a timely manner. Equipment and Facility Management Oversees the use of equipment. Requests repairs and replacement of equipment as needed. Maintains a constant check of conditions of sanitation and safety and makes needed corrections. Oversees use of facility by other groups. Personnel Management and Supervision Assigns work to staff. Maintains time sheets and leave records. Provides on-the-job training in equipment use and care, food production and presentation, sanitation, storage and record keeping. Evaluates performance of each employee. Counsels employees to maintain productive working relationships. Recommends hiring and disciplining of employees. Conducts staff meetings. Prepares purchase records and reports. Prepares free/reduced/full-price lunch records and reports. Submits reports on a timely basis. Sanitation and Safety Develops and implements cleaning schedule. Enforces employee sanitation procedures. Enforces dress/personal hygiene codes. Follows established procedures to avoid food contamination. Public Relations Provides information on food service program to students, parents and school staff. Responds to customer concerns and complaints. Assists in the planning and production of special functions involving child nutrition program. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Performs other related duties as assigned by the Child Nutrition Director and/or school principal. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from high school or equivalent and three years of experience in food service, or two years of formal training in food service and one year of experience in food service. Managers are also required to obtain and keep current ServSafe Certification. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate cooking and kitchen equipment. Must be able to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and lift and carry boxes up to fifty pounds. Physical demand requirements are for medium work. Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable composite characteristics of things. Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving instructions, assignments or directions to subordinates or assistants. Language Ability: Requires the ability to read simple forms. Requires the ability to prepare time sheets and supply requisitions using prescribed format. Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in standard English. Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to add, subtract, divide and multiply. Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape. Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using kitchen utensils and appliances. Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate between colors or shades of color. Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under average to high levels of stress. Physical Communications: Requires the ability to talk and hear. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of food preparation and standards of sanitation and safety. Working knowledge of basic arithmetic. Skill in the use of food preparation equipment and cleaning equipment and ability to perform basic cleaning operation (sweeping, moping, etc.). Ability to develop schedules for the use of personnel and material resources. Ability to train personnel in equipment use and care, food production and presentation, sanitation, storage and record keeping. Ability to coordinate various activities in the preparation and serving process. Ability to inventory and record information accurately. Ability to comprehend and apply written and verbal guidelines and directions, and explain these to others. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships. Ability to use and comprehend basic computer software as it relates to food service operations. DISCLAIMER This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this job. It is not a contract or guarantee of employment, salary or benefits.