Job Title: Child Nutrition 

Job Brief: 

• We are looking for Child Nutrition staff to join our team! A child nutrition staff member is responsible for food preparation and serving, answering questions, cashiering, and cleaning kitchen area and equipment. If you enjoy interacting with students while providing nutritious meals to our future, and are a team player, this is the job for you! 

Location: 

• Various school kitchen locations throughout the district.

Salary:  

• $11.50 - $13.50/hour.

Hours Per Day: Vary by location but are approximately the following: 

• Elementary – 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 
• Secondary – 6:30 am - 2:00 pm 

Days Per Year: 

• Position available during the regular school year.
• Option for summer employment.

Benefits: 

• Health, vision, and dental insurance options available for employees working 30+ hours/week.
• Value of contributions per year- $7,320.
  
• Retirement Plan options are available for employees working at least 17.5 hours/week.
• USD 383 makes monthly contributions to a 403(b)-retirement account for all certified and eligible employees. 
• Short-term disability options are available for employees working at least 17.5 hours/week.
• Paid leave for sick and personal days.
• No nights – no weekends!  
• School year calendar work schedule option- be off on days your student is off.
• Meals provided during shift.
• Pay increases available with child nutrition provided continuing education and training. 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Qualifications: 

• Cooperative attitude when working with a team.
• Willingness to work individually on assigned tasks.
• Must be able to read, write and follow oral instructions.
• Must complete training in quantity food preparation, proper equipment uses, and required sanitary practices.
• Must have the ability to stand and work for extended periods of time.
• Must complete required annual trainings and have the willingness to take advantage of other continuing education/training.
• Must be able to lift and carry 15 to 20 pounds or more.
• Must be dependable and punctual.

Reports To:  Kitchen Manager 
 

Job Duties: 

• A child nutrition staff member must be patient, attentive and have excellent decision-making skills.
• A child nutrition staff member must follow the assigned schedule and check in with the supervisor on completion of daily duties.
• A child nutrition staff member must serve student meals in a fast and friendly atmosphere.
• A child nutrition staff member must be responsible for checking/cleaning own area to meet the standards of food safety.
• A child nutrition staff member must follow guidelines to ensure correct serving temperature and adequate portion control and quality of products.
• Other duties as assigned.
   

About Us:

• The mission of Manhattan-Ogden Unified School District 383 is to prepare all students for success as lifelong learners, earners, and citizens. Our vision is to be nationally recognized for the breadth and depth of success attained by all students.   
• USD 383 serves 7,000 students from early learning through grade 12. We have 1,800 employees.   
• As an equal opportunity employer, USD 383 is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe there is a long-term advantage to a team that reflects the diversity of our students, families, and staff.   
• The Board of Education shall hire all employees based on ability and the needs of the district. Manhattan-Ogden Unified School District 383 is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies concerning hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual’s race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, or age.  
• This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.