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School Board of Highlands County

Site Assistant - Job #4571

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A Food or Agricultural Technician assists agricultural and food scientists with research and testing related to safety and quality control. May focus on testing and lab analysis for animal crops and animal feed, or focus on testing and lab analysis for food, food crops, processed food, food additives and food containers.

$36,999 / year median in Florida

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Job Description

Site Assistant•Job #4571 School Board of Highlands County School Board of Highlands County•Sebring, Florida Job Details
Job ID:
5864925
Application Deadline:
Aug 13, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted:
Aug 01, 2026 2:08 AM (UTC) Job Description
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY
POSITION TITLE:
Site Assistant
ASSIGNMENT
Site Assistant•Food & Nutrition Services
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent Two (2) years documented experience in SBHC Food & Nutrition or four (4) years documented equivalent experience Knowledge of computer, cash register, and food processing equipment as related to departmental job functions Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects Ability to reach, stretch, bend, stoop or kneel to handle, lift or move objects from floor level to 6 feet above floor level Ability to walk or stand for periods of four (4) continuous hours Ability to work in under the following environmental conditions: The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions. There is protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The worker is subject to extreme cold. Temperatures are below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour. The worker is subject to extreme heat. Temperatures are above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. The worker is subject to hazards. This includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, and exposure to high heat or chemicals. Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening
ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS
None at this time
PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly responsible to the Food & Nutrition Manager for satisfactory completion of all assigned duties (oral or written), performed to the established standard Responsible to the Food & Nutrition Manager for observance of sanitation and safety rules and regulations Assists with necessary food service operations during times of emergency Deals courteously with the public and maintains an effective working relationship with managers and other employees Maintains high standard of work habits, sanitation and safety Adheres strictly to the Handbook for School Food & Nutrition Personnel and all guidelines set forth by The School Board of Highlands County Board policy Prepares food and / or baked goods as directed by the Food & Nutrition Manager Strictly follows recipes and production planning sheets Obtains, weighs and measures products from storage areas in a timely manner to ensure present and future menus are prepared correctly Plans production with Food & Nutrition Manager to ensure food is prepared in a timely manner, avoiding excessive holding of food Direct and train general workers assigned by the Food & Nutrition Manager to assist in food preparation Packages and store food products in accordance with food safety standards and advises manager of amounts to be worked into future menus Monitors serving line to ensure enough food is available for service and replaces depleted food with fresh product Operates point of sale system Assists Food & Nutrition Manager with ordering and inventory of products and services utilized by the Food & Nutrition operation Assumes responsibility for the Food & Nutrition operation in the absence of the Food & Nutrition Manager or Assistant Manager Will take appropriate hours of annual continuing education/training as required by USDA Professional Standards or other such agencies.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Other duties as assigned by supervising manager and/or administrator
TERM:
Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process
APPRAISAL
Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board policies
PAY GRADE
According to the School Board of Highlands County Non-instructional Bargaining Support Personnel Salary Schedule
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups. Reformatted 1/2008 APA Approved 7/28/2015 Modified 5/9/2016 Board Approved 4/25/2017 Modified 8/19/2021 GENERAL
QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL
All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities: Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity Willingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of service Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process. To request accommodations, please contact: Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources 426 School Street Sebring, FL 33870 863-471-5555 ballc@highlands.k12.fl.us
CLEARINGHOUSE INFORMATION
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Position Type:
Full-time Job Requirements