Bismarck Public Schools is accepting applications for Child Nutrition Assistants at Bismarck High School, Wachter Middle School and Silver Ranch Elementary School.

This position will qualify for benefits and retirement. Information on benefits can be found on this page of our website:

https://www.bismarckschools.org/departments/human-resources/employee-benefit-summaries  

Duties will include:

• Cooking the majority of the food
• Helping prep salad bar item
• Serving meals to students
• End-of-day clean up including dishes
• Other duties may include assisting with preparing grab-and-go options, baking muffins, cookies, buns, etc.  

If working at a middle or high school cashiering will be required. This position requires no nights, weekends or holidays. 

This position follows the school calendar, plus 1-2 professional development training days per year.

Purpose Statement
The Child Nutrition Assistant is responsible for supporting food service activities at assigned locations. Key responsibilities include preparing food items that meet nutritional requirements, verifying order specifications, and maintaining sanitary conditions in food service areas.

Supervisory Relationship
Reports to: Food Service Manager II

Essential Functions

• Attend Training: Participate in unit meetings, in-service training, and workshops to gather and convey necessary job-related information.
• Maintain Cleanliness: Clean utensils, equipment, and food preparation and serving areas to ensure sanitary conditions.
• Food Preparation: Cook food from scratch or prepared items to meet nutritional and meal requirements.
• Estimate and Adjust Recipes: Adjust food preparation amounts and recipes as needed to meet meal requirements and minimize waste.
• Evaluate Food Quality: Assess prepared foods for flavor, appearance, and temperature to ensure acceptance by students and staff.
• Inspect Food Items: Verify the quantity, quality, and specifications of food items to meet preparation requirements and health standards.
• Inventory Management: Inventory food, condiments, and supplies to ensure availability for projected menu requirements.
• Monitor Sanitation: Maintain equipment and food service areas in compliance with health standards.
• Ensure Safety: Monitor kitchen and cafeteria areas to ensure a safe working environment.
• Cross-functional Support: Perform functions of other nutritional services positions as requested to ensure adequate staff coverage.
• Food and Beverage Preparation: Prepare foods and beverages to meet nutritional and health standards, ensuring appealing presentation.
• Report Malfunctions: Report equipment malfunctions to maintain safe working conditions.
• Serve Food: Serve food items to meet nutritional requirements and requests of students and school personnel.
• Stock Management: Stock food, condiments, and supplies to maintain adequate quantities and security.
• Adhere to School Policies: Follow school policies and procedures.
• Attendance: This position requires prompt and consistent attendance.
• Perform Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned to support the effective operation of the work unit. 

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills

• Adhering to safety practices
• Operating commercial kitchen equipment
• Using pertinent software applications

Knowledge

• Basic math skills (fractions, percents, ratios)
• Safety practices and procedures
• Food preparation and handling
• Sanitation practices

Abilities

• Schedule activities and meetings
• Gather and collate data
• Work flexibly with others
• Operate equipment using standardized methods
• Set priorities and work as part of a team
• Handle interruptions and work with diverse individuals

Responsibility
Work under direct supervision following standardized procedures. Provide information and advice to others. Operate within a defined budget.

Work Environment
Physical demands include significant lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and fine finger dexterity. The job requires 2% sitting, 50% walking, and 48% standing. Work under temperature extremes and conditions with exposure to risk of injury or illness.

Experience
Job-related experience is required.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing
Post Offer Physical Exam

Continuing Education/Training
Participate in ongoing training as required.

Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Salary Grade
SF

Open until filled