Head Start Kitchen & Nutrition Aide

Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (Fresno EOC) is seeking a part-time Food Services Assistant I/II in Fresno, CA to support Head Start by preparing food for classrooms, plating meals, and maintaining clean kitchens. You will work with nutrition staff on menus and ensure safe, sanitary service.

This role helps advance the agency’s vision of empowering individuals and communities, with duties including assisting in food preparation, serving, and upholding food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience expected in food service.
• Must obtain Food Handlers Certification within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to read and comprehend procedures and instructions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Pass and maintain required background checks and fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food for classrooms after receiving from the food prep center.
• Plates and serves food and bulk meals.
• Assists in storage and distribution of food at center.
• Sets up and washes kitchen equipment and surfaces.
• Cleans and sanitizes kitchen and food prep areas.
• Cleans the freezer and refrigerator as scheduled.
• Works with nutrition staff to adhere to specialized menus.
• Develops positive relationships with staff and Head Start parents.
• Attends meetings and trainings as required.
• Models professionalism and promotes collaboration within the program and agency.

Skills

Food service

Food handlers certification

Reading/comprehension

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (Fresno EOC) is seeking a part-time Food Services Assistant I/II in Fresno, CA to support Head Start by preparing food for classrooms, plating meals, and maintaining clean kitchens. You will work with nutrition staff on menus and ensure safe, sanitary service.

This role helps advance the agency’s vision of empowering individuals and communities, with duties including assisting in food preparation, serving, and upholding food safety standards.