Head Start Nutrition & Food Service Specialist

Community Action Council; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nutrition Services Worker at Community Action Council in Lexington, KY will oversee daily meal preparation and transportation for Head Start programs. This on-site role supports nutritious meals for children, following CACFP guidelines and licensing requirements.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of experience in quantity food preparation for children. Lifting of cooking equipment and safety practices are essential, with reports for CACFP to be maintained.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience in quantity food preparation, focused on children’s meals.
• CACFP guidelines and general nutrition knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge of safe lifting techniques with cooking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily preparation and transportation of meals to Head Start, Early Head Start and child care centers.
• Maintains sanitary food prep areas and cooking equipment in compliance with health and licensing requirements.
• Assists with reports for the CACFP.

Skills

Food preparation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Nutrition Services Worker at Community Action Council in Lexington, KY will oversee daily meal preparation and transportation for Head Start programs. This on-site role supports nutritious meals for children, following CACFP guidelines and licensing requirements.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of experience in quantity food preparation for children. Lifting of cooking equipment and safety practices are essential, with reports for CACFP to be maintained.