POSITION #406-CLS-11-24:
Nutrition Service Associate I
Washington Elementary School
6.0 hours per day/190 days per year
Salary: $18.96 - $20.52 per hour
DESCRIPTION: Primarily responsible for ware washing, clean-up duties and set-up of service areas, serving foods and assisting lead server with preparation for meal service as well as operation of computerized point of sale system. Fills in where needed to ensure efficient operation. Must communicate well with the lead server and central kitchen staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assists Lead Elementary Server in heating food items received from central kitchen following written instruction or demonstration. Assists Lead Server in setting up hot and cold food stations and service areas with food and supplies. Serves and oversees student meal service to insure the USDA Child Nutrition requirements for reimbursable meals are being met. Receives and transfers foods and supplies to and from storage areas. Operates computerized Point of Sale system. Washes service wares and kitchen utensils. Recognizes and reports all necessary facilities maintenance promptly. Cleans the production areas as necessary. Adheres to all sanitation regulations. Conducts daily inspections of all areas of the facility to ensure compliance with established practices, regulations and standards. Maintains an attitude of flexibility when dealing with everyone to resolve problems with students, staff or production. Communicates with everyone respectfully and courteously. Suggests improvements to operating format. Notifies the kitchen manager of low product levels. Fills in where needed to ensure efficient operations. Attends and participates in mandatory meetings. Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold/obtain a valid/current food handler’s permit. One-year high volume food service experience preferred. High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Ability to relate well to students and staff. Ability to maintain accurate records/reports. Requires physical ability to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments. Must work in and around fumes and odors. Requires standing, stooping, bending, lifting, turning and reaching. Must maintain a high standard of personal hygiene. Attendance and punctuality are important functions of this position.
PROCEDURE: Go to our website: www.wenatcheeschools.org click on Employment then follow the instructions.
SCHEDULE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
UNION AFFILIATION: This position is represented by Local 846 FS Washington State Council of County and City Employee, AFL-CIO.
BENEFITS: Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/health-benefits
Tuition reimbursement, 50% up to $450 per year for qualified expenses.
Paid leave benefits include 10 days of sick leave, 10 holidays and 2 personal leave days.
https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/collective-bargaining-agreements
Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day.
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.
Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.
The Wenatchee School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all staff and for students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator, Kelly Lopez, 509-663-8161, lopez.k@wenatcheeschools.org; and Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator, Mike Lane, 509-663-8161, lane.michael@wenatcheeschools.org 235 Sunset Ave, Wenatchee WA, 98801.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER