Nutrition Aide

Job Type

Full-time

Description

About our agency

Since 1981, Options for Learning has been at the forefront of helping families break the cycle of poverty and improve their lives by providing tools to create a positive foundation for school, social, and life success. Our dedicated and passionate employees have helped our agency become one of Southern California's most innovative and progressive child development organizations, serving nearly 9,000 children throughout the San Gabriel Valley.

About this position

This position is responsible for preparing food for an agency child care program.

What you'll be doing

Following basic health standards with regard to the handling of food;

Maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment;

Following the established menu and portion sizes;

Properly storing food items, dishes, and utensils to maintain sanitary conditions;

Completing basic food program documentation;

Preparing food as required by the menu: slicing, mixing, warming, etc.;

Placing food in serving dishes appropriate for each classroom;

Washing and sanitizing cooking and serving dishes;

Working effectively with team members;

Reading and implementing all agency and program policies and procedures;

Accurately completing all assigned paperwork and documentation, on a timely basis, according to agency policies and procedures;

Actively participating in in-service training;

Using sensitivity and good judgment when interacting with children, parents and staff.

What you bring to the table

Ability to organize work schedule for maximum use of time;

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds;

Experience preparing food for group meals;

Ability to correctly and effectively communicate in written and oral English.

What we can offer you

Medical/dental/vision for part- and full-time employees (agency pays up to 90% of employee's premiums; prorated for part-time);

Agency-paid and matching retirement plan;

Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement;

Generous and flexible PTO;

Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues, and much more!

Job specifications

Reports to the education manager of Head Start Pasadena;

Twelve-month approximate work year;

Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required;

Employment, responsibilities, compensation, or any other factor may be affected by changes in governmental regulations, the Agency's contracts, or at Agency discretion.

Salary

$20.23 - $21.24 per hour