Head Start Kitchen & Nutrition Assistant

ADP, Inc.; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. seeks a Kitchen/Classroom Aide in Fairbanks, AK to assist in meal preparation and service for Head Start children. You will help with sanitation, inventory, and classroom support while following CACFP and state regulations.

Responsibilities include cooking support, delivering meals, and attending training; the role emphasizes teamwork with cooks, teachers, and staff to serve healthy meals to 0–5 year olds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or culinary training required.
• 1 year of institutional-style cooking experience preferred.
• Current Food Handler Card or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Computer use for time and attendance reporting and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with breakfast, lunch, and snacks for 50+ children meeting meal-serving timelines.
• Deliver meals to classrooms; collect carts after meals.
• Sanitize dishes and kitchen equipment before and after service.
• Maintain sanitation and safety in the kitchen; weekly deep cleaning.
• Stock and label food items with dates; manage inventory.

Skills

Sanitation & safety

Meal prep

Inventory management

CACFP knowledge

Reading & writing

Math basics

Team collaboration

Child care experience

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or culinary training

Tools

Timekeeping software

Job description

ADP, Inc. seeks a Kitchen/Classroom Aide in Fairbanks, AK to assist in meal preparation and service for Head Start children. You will help with sanitation, inventory, and classroom support while following CACFP and state regulations.

Responsibilities include cooking support, delivering meals, and attending training; the role emphasizes teamwork with cooks, teachers, and staff to serve healthy meals to 0–5 year olds.