Head Start Kitchen Assistant

Cankdeska Cikana Community College; Fort Totten District (ND); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Food safety

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Reliability

Formation

HS Diploma or GED

Description du poste

• Supervisor: Head Start Assistant Director
• Opening Date: October 21st, 2026

Duties & 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in food service and dishwashing 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.

Appointment will be subject to the applicant’s successful completion of a satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening. CCCC gives preference to qualified Native American’s and Veterans in accordance with the Spirit Lake Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO). CCCC is an EEOC Employer.