Nutrition Department Assistant - Student Worker

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Assist the Nutrition Department with organization and management, particularly of the Foods Lab (Hughes 303). Must be a current Lipscomb University student.

• Set up weekly foods lab including equipment preparation.
• Get equipment out and prepare labs.
• Monitor inventory of current supplies during preparation of supply lists.
• Prepare shopping list for groceries and supplies for weekly labs.
• Put away groceries and supplies.
• Prepare handouts as needed.
• Assist students in lab if schedule allows.
• Monitor freezer, refrigerator, and pantry areas for expired food items and dispose of or replace as needed.
• Monitor lab cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Ensure proper items are in each workstation.
• Empty dishwashers after lab and put items away properly.
• Ensure proper working of lab equipment.
• Notify the proper person if any lab equipment is broken or needs repair.
• Turn in work order if areas are not properly cleaned (floor scrubbing, trash, etc).
• Restock first aid supplies as needed.
• Other duties as assigned to aid the department.

Current undergraduate or graduate LU student with Federal Work Study. Must be punctual, eager, organized, and possess effective written and oral communication skills. Motivated to begin professional development.

Must have effective organizational skills to manage inventory of items for labs on a timely basis. Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and Google software preferred.

Must be able to lift, carry, and put away groceries and other items purchased.

Average of 10 hours per week for a total of approximately 140 hours per semester.

May be Federal Work Study eligible.