Head Start Kitchen Aide — Nurture Meals & Teamwork

Cankdeska Cikana Community College; Fort Totten District (ND); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cankdeska Cikana Community College is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Assistant to support daily breakfast, lunch, and snack preparation for Head Start. Under the Kitchen Coordinator's guidance, you will help with food prep, sanitation, and serving routines in line with CACFP requirements.

This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to safety protocols, including temperature logs and proper handwashing.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Prior food service experience is helpful but not required.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices (training provided if needed).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and teamwork required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily preparation and delivery of breakfast, lunch, and snacks following CACFP requirements.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment thoroughly, ensuring proper sanitation and storage.
• Clean kitchen areas, including counters, sinks, floors, and storage spaces, maintaining compliance with sanitation and safety standards.
• Support food prep tasks such as washing produce, portioning food, and assembling snack trays under the direction of the Kitchen Coordinator.
• Help with receiving, unpacking, and storing food and supplies in proper areas, following stock rotation procedures.
• Maintain accurate labeling of food items and assist with temperature logs when needed.
• Follow all food safety and hygiene protocols, including handwashing, glove use, and proper handling of food.
• Communicate effectively with the Kitchen Coordinator and other staff, demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and reliability.
• Participate in required food safety and program training.
• Provide support during program events, nutrition activities, or family engagement opportunities as requested.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure smooth food service operations.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Reliability

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Cankdeska Cikana Community College is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Assistant to support daily breakfast, lunch, and snack preparation for Head Start. Under the Kitchen Coordinator's guidance, you will help with food prep, sanitation, and serving routines in line with CACFP requirements.

This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to safety protocols, including temperature logs and proper handwashing.