Community Roots School Food Services Agency · 2 months ago
School Site Assistant - Deer Creek Elementary School (Part Time)
Nevada City, CA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18/hr - $24/hrCommunity Roots School Food Services Agency is dedicated to providing quality food services in educational settings. The School Site Assistant plays a vital role in supporting daily meal service, food preparation, and customer service at an assigned school site, ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are maintained.
Food & Beverages
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing and serving meals according to standardized recipes and portion control guidelines
Ensure food is presented attractively and meets quality and safety standards
Set up and break down service lines efficiently
Provide excellent customer service, ensuring professionalism and kindness when assisting students and staff
Accommodate students with allergies and special dietary needs in coordination with the School Site Lead
Help maintain a welcoming and organized food service environment
Accurately count and record meals for reimbursement purposes
Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system, processing transactions and handling cash responsibly
Assist with end-of-day financial reconciliation and reporting
Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food storage areas
Follow all food safety and sanitation protocols, including temperature logs and proper food handling procedures
Assist with dishwashing, sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces
Work closely with the School Site Lead and school personnel to ensure smooth meal service operations
Receive work directives from the School Site Lead while understanding that the Lead is not a supervisory role
Assist in receiving, verifying, and storing food deliveries and supplies
Help track inventory usage and report shortages to the School Site Lead
Attend and participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
Follow all district policies and procedures related to food service
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Strong understanding of food safety regulations and sanitation practices
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Ability to operate a POS system and manage financial transactions accurately
Ability to take work direction and collaborate effectively with team members
Valid California Food Handler's Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment)
TB and criminal justice fingerprint clearance
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly with or without reasonable accommodation
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting in a kitchen environment
Exposure to varying temperatures, including kitchen heat and refrigerated storage areas
Preferred
Experience in food service, preferably in a school or institutional setting
Experience with POS systems and cash handling
Company
Community Roots School Food Services Agency
Community Roots School Food Services Agency is transforming school meals in Nevada County by serving fresh, locally sourced food that nourishes students and strengthens our regional food system.
Founded in 2022
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase