Head Start Kitchen & Nutrition Aide

Iowa Community Action Association - West Central Community Action; Red Oak (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

IPERS

403(B) retirement program

Job summary

West Central Community Action (WCCA) is seeking a Food Service staff member to support Red Oak Early Head Start & Head Start classrooms. The role, under the Education Support Coordinator, ensures safe, healthy meals and proper food handling, with accurate program records and adherence to Head Start standards.

Responsibilities include serving meals, supervising food handling, and maintaining nutrition records, with benefits and year-round hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR and Pediatric First Aid certification required.
• Active driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Serve breakfast, snack, and lunch in a Head Start setting.
• Supervise food handling and maintain nutrition/dietary records.
• Wash dishes and manage site cleanliness.
• Complete background check and comply with program policies.

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

CPR certificate

Pediatric First Aid Certificate

Job description

West Central Community Action (WCCA) is seeking a Food Service staff member to support Red Oak Early Head Start & Head Start classrooms. The role, under the Education Support Coordinator, ensures safe, healthy meals and proper food handling, with accurate program records and adherence to Head Start standards.

Responsibilities include serving meals, supervising food handling, and maintaining nutrition records, with benefits and year-round hours.