Head Start Kitchen & Nutrition Assistant

Community Action Council; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prep Academy at Madison County in Richmond, KY is seeking an Entry level Food Service Worker to support Head Start and related centers. You will handle daily meal prep, transport food to sites, and help keep kitchens compliant with health and CACFP rules.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and at least two years of quantity food experience focused on children. Lifting and safety with cooking equipment are important.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience in quantity food preparation with a focus on children.
• Knowledge of CACFP guidelines and operations preferred.
• Awareness of proper lifting techniques and safety with cooking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with daily preparation and transportation of food to Head Start, Early Head Start and child care centers.
• Maintains and arranges food prep, storage areas, and equipment in a safe, sanitary manner meeting health department and licensing requirements.
• Assists with maintaining CACFP reports.

Skills

CACFP knowledge

Food safety

Child nutrition

Safety with equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Prep Academy at Madison County in Richmond, KY is seeking an Entry level Food Service Worker to support Head Start and related centers. You will handle daily meal prep, transport food to sites, and help keep kitchens compliant with health and CACFP rules.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and at least two years of quantity food experience focused on children. Lifting and safety with cooking equipment are important.