What are the responsibilities and job description for the NPS Food Prep position at The Upward Bound School Inc?
The Upward Bound School Inc. is Doing Business as Ideal Development of Education (IDEA) and is certified as a Non Public School (NPS). We partner with Local Educational Agencies (School Districts) & Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) to serve students of all abilities so that they may learn in the most beneficial educational setting.
We primarily contract with surrounding school districts in order to provide services by California Credentialed staff. Our objective is to prepare our students to be critical thinkers and productive members of society that strive to meet and exceed their expectations. As a result services are provided at 5600 Crescent Ave, Buena Park, Ca 90620.
Under general supervision of Child Nutrition Services, organize, oversee, and assist in the preparation and serving of food; maintain various kitchen facilities and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition; and do other related work as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Valid Serve-Safe certificate or willingness to acquire
BA or BS in the field of education or related area
Current TB test within the 1 months prior to hire date
Clear background check / livescan with the CA DOJ and FBI
Proper methods of food preparation and service
Procedures used to order, receive, store, and inventory food and supplies
Basic food service safety and sanitation practices and principles
Safe operation of kitchen equipment
Methods of handling money and making change
Basic mathematical calculations
Basic computer skills
Proper lifting techniques
Safe driving practices
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
Basic English usage, oral and written
Food Preparer Responsibilities and Duties include but are not limited to:
Using appropriate judgment and discretion, maintaining a high degree of confidentiality, the
Food Prepare will perform the following duties involving all aspects of the
Non public school, requesting assistance when needed:
Follow Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures
and explain to stakeholders as needed
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of the Non Public School
Exercise appropriate judgment and discretion, requesting assistance when needed
Act as NPS liaison with all stakeholders, communicating pertinent information using a
variety of communication modes
Plan, oversee and prepare, reheat, or cook a variety of food products
Follow quality standards, standardized recipes, safety procedures, and local, state, and federal
guidelines
Assist with the daily production and preparation of all food products at the central kitchen,
and assists with distribution to sites using hot and cold holding carts
Work with the school office and Child Nutrition Services Director to ensure safe preparation
and service of food for students with special dietary needs
Oversee food service to students and staff
Responsible for preparing food service area including but not limited to clean tables and
kitchen
Maintain clean food service area and store leftover food items according to safety guidelines
Ensure that reimbursable meals served meet the requirements as specified by the U.S.
Department of Agriculture and the State of California
Operate a variety of standard kitchen equipment; clean and store dishes, utensils, equipment,
and food service areas
Ensure that all equipment in the kitchen area is in safe working condition and report
malfunctions when needed
Responsible for security of food and supplies
Calculate, inventory, requisition, and receive food and supplies, including dairy orders
Utilize the computerized Point of Sale system to record meals served, may collect money and
reconcile daily sales, and prepare deposits following district protocols
Provide training to food service assistants
May instruct student workers in safe, sanitary, and efficient food service procedures
May assist in supervising students
Resolve student food account issues; provide information about balances
Prepare specialty food orders
Estimate, plan, and adjust quantities of food needed based on site history and complete Daily
Production Records
Complete state mandated professional development trainings as required by USDA
Check NPS email daily and respond promptly as needed
Create weekly menu for students and staff
Abide by the Non Public School Prepared Meals based on the California Department of Education’s Breakfast Meal Pattern and Lunch Meal Pattern Guidelines for students in Grades K - 12 which include fruits, vegetables, grains, meat/meat alternatives and fluid milk.
Breakfast (450 - 500 Calories with < 10% of saturated fat) 1 cup of fruit, 1 oz of grain, meat/meat alternatives and 1 cup of milk
Lunch
600 - 700 Calories for Grades 3 - 8th with < 10% of saturated fat - 0.5 cups of fruit, 1 cup of vegetables, 1 oz of grain, 1 oz of meat/meat alternatives and 1 cup of milk
750 - 850 Calories for grades 9 - 12 with < 10% of saturated fat - 0.75 cups of fruit, 1 cup of vegetables, 2 oz of grain, 2 oz of meat/meat alternatives and 1 cup of milk
Abide by Shared Use Agreement between Guidestone Church & The Upward Bound School Inc.
Abide by Technology Use Agreement for staff and students, Field Trip Policies, and policies and procedures put in place
Abide by Crisis Prevention Intervention Training, Applied Behavior Analysis Training and any other training that is required to complete.
All other duties as assigned
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with school staff, colleagues, supervisors, and the public Learn district computer software programs Plan, organize, and prioritize responsibilities Accurately determine inventory and prepare reports Multi-task various work assignments in a time efficient manner Meet schedules and deadlines Safely operate a variety of standard kitchen utensils and equipment Assist in quantity preparation and serving of foods at an assigned central kitchen or designated site(s) Maintain and follow all required standards of sanitation and safety Assure that food items are prepared, served, and stored properly Perform routine cashiering duties accurately Understand and carry out oral and written directions Communicate clearly and effectively Work independently Maintain regular attendance and punctuality
Adapt to changing work priorities
Environmental Conditions:
No adverse environmental conditions expected
Body Positioning:
Frequent standing
Frequent kneeling
Frequent sitting
Frequent walking
Physical Activities / Physical Demands:
Ascending or descending stairs.
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments.
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Adjusting or moving objects up to 45 pounds in all directions.
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Medium work that includes moving objects up to 85 pounds.
We primarily contract with surrounding school districts in order to provide services by California Credentialed staff. Our objective is to prepare our students to be critical thinkers and productive members of society that strive to meet and exceed their expectations. As a result services are provided at 5600 Crescent Ave, Buena Park, Ca 90620.
Under general supervision of Child Nutrition Services, organize, oversee, and assist in the preparation and serving of food; maintain various kitchen facilities and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition; and do other related work as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Valid Serve-Safe certificate or willingness to acquire
BA or BS in the field of education or related area
Current TB test within the 1 months prior to hire date
Clear background check / livescan with the CA DOJ and FBI
Proper methods of food preparation and service
Procedures used to order, receive, store, and inventory food and supplies
Basic food service safety and sanitation practices and principles
Safe operation of kitchen equipment
Methods of handling money and making change
Basic mathematical calculations
Basic computer skills
Proper lifting techniques
Safe driving practices
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
Basic English usage, oral and written
Food Preparer Responsibilities and Duties include but are not limited to:
Using appropriate judgment and discretion, maintaining a high degree of confidentiality, the
Food Prepare will perform the following duties involving all aspects of the
Non public school, requesting assistance when needed:
Follow Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures
and explain to stakeholders as needed
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of the Non Public School
Exercise appropriate judgment and discretion, requesting assistance when needed
Act as NPS liaison with all stakeholders, communicating pertinent information using a
variety of communication modes
Plan, oversee and prepare, reheat, or cook a variety of food products
Follow quality standards, standardized recipes, safety procedures, and local, state, and federal
guidelines
Assist with the daily production and preparation of all food products at the central kitchen,
and assists with distribution to sites using hot and cold holding carts
Work with the school office and Child Nutrition Services Director to ensure safe preparation
and service of food for students with special dietary needs
Oversee food service to students and staff
Responsible for preparing food service area including but not limited to clean tables and
kitchen
Maintain clean food service area and store leftover food items according to safety guidelines
Ensure that reimbursable meals served meet the requirements as specified by the U.S.
Department of Agriculture and the State of California
Operate a variety of standard kitchen equipment; clean and store dishes, utensils, equipment,
and food service areas
Ensure that all equipment in the kitchen area is in safe working condition and report
malfunctions when needed
Responsible for security of food and supplies
Calculate, inventory, requisition, and receive food and supplies, including dairy orders
Utilize the computerized Point of Sale system to record meals served, may collect money and
reconcile daily sales, and prepare deposits following district protocols
Provide training to food service assistants
May instruct student workers in safe, sanitary, and efficient food service procedures
May assist in supervising students
Resolve student food account issues; provide information about balances
Prepare specialty food orders
Estimate, plan, and adjust quantities of food needed based on site history and complete Daily
Production Records
Complete state mandated professional development trainings as required by USDA
Check NPS email daily and respond promptly as needed
Create weekly menu for students and staff
Abide by the Non Public School Prepared Meals based on the California Department of Education’s Breakfast Meal Pattern and Lunch Meal Pattern Guidelines for students in Grades K - 12 which include fruits, vegetables, grains, meat/meat alternatives and fluid milk.
Breakfast (450 - 500 Calories with < 10% of saturated fat) 1 cup of fruit, 1 oz of grain, meat/meat alternatives and 1 cup of milk
Lunch
600 - 700 Calories for Grades 3 - 8th with < 10% of saturated fat - 0.5 cups of fruit, 1 cup of vegetables, 1 oz of grain, 1 oz of meat/meat alternatives and 1 cup of milk
750 - 850 Calories for grades 9 - 12 with < 10% of saturated fat - 0.75 cups of fruit, 1 cup of vegetables, 2 oz of grain, 2 oz of meat/meat alternatives and 1 cup of milk
Abide by Shared Use Agreement between Guidestone Church & The Upward Bound School Inc.
Abide by Technology Use Agreement for staff and students, Field Trip Policies, and policies and procedures put in place
Abide by Crisis Prevention Intervention Training, Applied Behavior Analysis Training and any other training that is required to complete.
All other duties as assigned
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with school staff, colleagues, supervisors, and the public Learn district computer software programs Plan, organize, and prioritize responsibilities Accurately determine inventory and prepare reports Multi-task various work assignments in a time efficient manner Meet schedules and deadlines Safely operate a variety of standard kitchen utensils and equipment Assist in quantity preparation and serving of foods at an assigned central kitchen or designated site(s) Maintain and follow all required standards of sanitation and safety Assure that food items are prepared, served, and stored properly Perform routine cashiering duties accurately Understand and carry out oral and written directions Communicate clearly and effectively Work independently Maintain regular attendance and punctuality
Adapt to changing work priorities
Environmental Conditions:
No adverse environmental conditions expected
Body Positioning:
Frequent standing
Frequent kneeling
Frequent sitting
Frequent walking
Physical Activities / Physical Demands:
Ascending or descending stairs.
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments.
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Adjusting or moving objects up to 45 pounds in all directions.
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Medium work that includes moving objects up to 85 pounds.
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