Child Nutrition Kitchen Assistant

Lower Sioux; Morton (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Sioux Indian Community is seeking a Kitchen Staff member to support nutritious meals for children under CACFP guidance, supervised by the Health/Safety/Nutrition Coordinator and contracted Nutritionist. You will prepare meals, assist in menu planning, and deliver meals to classrooms in family-style settings ensuring age-appropriate portions and safety.

You will help maintain kitchen sanitation, rotate inventory, attend trainings, and participate in nutrition education activities.

Qualifications

• CACFP guidelines knowledge and ability to follow menus/recipes
• Maintains sanitation, safety and proper food storage
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Experience in an office/childcare setting preferred
• Ability to lift 20 to 60 lbs and work in a kitchen environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare food per CACFP guidelines and approved menus/recipes
• Assist with meal planning to minimize substitutions while preserving nutrition
• Prepare meals so nutrients are preserved and presentations are appetizing
• Maintain sanitation and proper storage of foods and equipment
• Cover shifts as needed and assist with menu adjustments for developmental needs
• Deliver meals to classrooms ready for family-style service and adapt to children’s ages
• Participate in trainings, evaluations, and safety drills
• Learn Dakota Iapi and lifeways to conduct duties using culturally relevant practices
• Explain meals in Dakota when delivering and engage with staff and families

Skills

Computer Skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Experience with children

Lifting 20–60 lbs

Education

Training in foods, nutrition, dietetics, and/or child food preparation

Job description

Lower Sioux Indian Community is seeking a Kitchen Staff member to support nutritious meals for children under CACFP guidance, supervised by the Health/Safety/Nutrition Coordinator and contracted Nutritionist. You will prepare meals, assist in menu planning, and deliver meals to classrooms in family-style settings ensuring age-appropriate portions and safety.

You will help maintain kitchen sanitation, rotate inventory, attend trainings, and participate in nutrition education activities.