Summary

Assist in the kitchen with meal preparation and ensure that nutritious meals are served to the clients.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year in food service required.
• One year of office/clerical experience, preferred

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Food preparation for large quantities
• Regulatory requirements for nutrition services including USDA, AAA, etc.
• Good communication & interpersonal skills.
• Computer Proficient:
  • Windows operating system.
  • Ability to write and send professional emails in Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Word, Calendar and Excel.

Certifications/Licenses:

• ServSafe Certification.
• CPR/First Aid.
• Current driver’s license.
• Van training (provided)

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Be knowledgeable of regulations related to nutrition services, including USDA.
• Assure compliance with sanitary standards and maintain clean nutrition site.
• Assist with stocking, maintenance of pantry and food storage and inventory.
• Washing, peeling, chopping, and cutting food items as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, including dishwashing and sanitizing surfaces.
• Deliver meals/snacks within scheduled times as needed.

Responsible for cleaning of kitchen, trays and equipment daily (sanitary condition).

• Follow menu as approved by dietitian.
• Assist with on-site visits by local, state, and federal agencies.
• Report needed maintenance in a timely manner.
• Participate in training, in-services, conferences, and seminars as requested.
• Follow directions of supervisor, performing other duties as assigned.

Physical requirements

• Communication – English speaking
• Standing for 3-4 hours consecutively
• Driving vehicles
• Hearing for conversation
• Stooping, kneeling, bending, twisting, crouching
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Use of hand, wrist, fingers
• Carrying, reaching overhead and in front of body
• Walking for short distances