Nutritional Aide - FT
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Program Summary:Volunteers of America is a federally and stated funded comprehensive early childhood education program with a focus on child development that includes a child's cognitive, physical and social emotional growth and development. The program fosters Family Engagement in all areas of a child's development and provides comprehensive resources to low income families in the areas of health, nutrition and community resources.Job Opportunity:Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Nutritional Aide is responsible for the preparation, distribution and maintenance of food.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* Plans menu in cooperation with parents and nutritionist.* Purchases, receives and maintains food to assure quality and cost control.* Maintains proper storage and control of waste.* Prepares and serves food and supervises cleanup.* Keeps proper records of purchases, inventory, meals served, etc.* Supervises maintenance of equipment, kitchen and dining areas.* Maintains good sanitation and safety practices, including personal appearance and hygiene.* Participates in food-related learning activities.* Uses classroom participation to introduce new foods and other food-related experiences to children.* Includes children and parents in assisting with preparation and cleanup.* Participates and assists in planning for parent nutrition and consumer education.* Provides supervision for students at lunch.* Perform other duties as assigned.Equal Opportunity EmployerApplications accepted online only. This employer participates in E-Verify.QualificationsQualifications, Knowledge and Experience:* Minimum education of high school graduate or GED.* Minimum of 1-3 years of institutional cooking.* Requires a valid food handlers card.* Must be able to successfully pass a criminal investigation/fingerprint screening, health/TB screening and all other pre-hire requirements as defined in Title 22 and contract specifications.* Must be CPR certified.* Must have a valid drivers license and meet the insurance guidelines established by the Corporation.