Food and Nutrition Service Assistant II
Howard County Public School SystemAbout the role
ABOUT US
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!
ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Before you begin, please read the position description below carefully and review our application instructions. Be sure your application reflects experience and education to meet any minimum qualifications listed on the job description. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. More details about application requirements are found below.
Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.
Job Posting End Date:
08-21-2025Reminder: Current permanent and temporary employees must apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday, not the external career site.
DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Food and Nutrition Service Satellite Manager or other designated individual, Food and Nutrition Service Assistant II performs various duties involved with assisting with the preparation and serving of foods to students and cleaning of kitchen equipment and facilities. A person in this position may be required to work as a floater at an elementary, middle, or high school.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.
Experience:
6 months of experience in food service.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or GED.
One (1) year of experience in food service within a PreK-12 school cafeteria.
ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Prepares main dishes, vegetables, salad-based items, sandwiches and other foods and beverages served in the cafeteria. Sets up hot and cold food counters for serving and properly stocks counters and carts with food, plates, utensils, and condiments.
Serves food and beverages to students and adults. Identifies and serves a reimbursable meal as defined by the USDA child nutrition program as a unit to each student. May function as cashier, receive money, and operate cafeteria point-of-sale register. Maintain an accurate account of cash collected and meals served.
Operates kitchen equipment such as, but not limited to, electric mixers, slicers, grinders, ovens, stove tops, tilt-skillets, tilt kettles, warmers, and coolers.
Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation, and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
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