Head Start Kitchen & Classroom Support Aide

Educational Service Unit 3; La Vista (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Educational Service Unit 3 in La Vista, NE seeks a Kitchen Assistant/Classroom Substitute to support nutrition services in Sarpy County Head Start. This part-time role requires reliable in-person attendance and the ability to cover multiple classrooms as needed.

Responsibilities include serving meals, maintaining clean food areas, and following CACFP guidelines. Completion of a food handler’s course and CPR/First Aid certification within one year is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior food service experience is preferred but not required.
• Able to complete food handler’s course and obtain license within one year of employment.
• CPR/First Aid certificate or able to successfully complete course.
• CACFP training is preferred but not required.
• Head Start experience preferred (minimum of two years) but not required.
• Successfully pass required background checks.
• Regular and dependable in person attendance is required and is considered a condition of employment.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with ESU #3 Board policies and employee handbook.
• Maintain positive working relationships with program staff and supervisor.
• Attend professional development activities as required.
• Receive food/beverage from contractor and review required paperwork.
• Maintain food carts to ensure nutritional supplies.

Skills

Food service

Food handling

Attendance reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Educational Service Unit 3 in La Vista, NE seeks a Kitchen Assistant/Classroom Substitute to support nutrition services in Sarpy County Head Start. This part-time role requires reliable in-person attendance and the ability to cover multiple classrooms as needed.

Responsibilities include serving meals, maintaining clean food areas, and following CACFP guidelines. Completion of a food handler’s course and CPR/First Aid certification within one year is expected.