Child Nutrition Worker Job at Perry Township Schools in Indianapolis

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Position Purpose

Perform assigned job responsibilities in the kitchen, including food preparation, serving, cashiering, cleaning and record keeping. In addition, perform assigned tasks with a positive and productive attitude that creates a safe environment for both students and staff.

Essential Functions

• Prepare or assist in the preparation of food for students and staff, assembling ingredients, heating foods to proper temperatures, and packaging and serving items according to established procedures and portion control standards.
• Follow standardized recipes with no deviation.
• Serve meals or meal components to students in accordance with federal guidelines.
• Supply and replenish food items for the serving line(s) as needed.
• Label and store or dispose of excess food properly in accordance with HACCP standards.
• Operate and clean standard food service equipment such as warmers, microwaves, ovens, combis, steamers, dish machines, coolers, racks and carts.
• Clean and sanitize smallwares, including hand washing of pots and pans and operating dish machine.
• Assist in the receiving and storing of food deliveries.
• Correctly complete necessary paperwork, including but not limited to the perpetual inventory, HACCP records, and production records.
• Adhere to all sanitation regulations.
• Follow procedures and instructions as assigned.
• Fill in where needed to ensure efficient operations.
• Comply with work schedule and follow call‑in procedures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Equipment

N/A

Travel Requirement

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Pay Rate

$15.75 per hour

Work Schedule

182 days per year. 4–7.5 hours per day.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow detailed written and oral instructions.
• General knowledge of basic culinary and sanitation skills.
• Ability to read and follow standardized recipes, including weights and measurements.
• Ability to learn prescribed food preparation methods and school nutrition operations.
• Ability to prepare food with reasonable speed and accuracy.
• General knowledge of the use and care of food preparation equipment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with students and school staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide diversity of associates, students and school staff.
• Ability to remain flexible and open to changes in regulations, duties, policies, procedures, etc.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to maintain professional standards through continuing education by attending conferences and workshops when requested.
• Basic proficiency in English is required for safety and communication of work instructions.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods (very frequent), lifting 25 pounds (very frequent), carrying 25 pounds (often), operating job‑related equipment (very frequent), and reaching in all directions (very frequent). Mental demands include clear verbal communication (very frequent), reading official documents (very frequent), and working at a desk or in meetings (seldom).

License/Registration/Certification

• N/A

Education

• Ability to read and write.

Experience

• Previous experience is preferred.

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Part‑time

Job Function

Administrative

Industries

Primary and Secondary Education