Healthy Kids Meals Kitchen Assistant

Easterseals West Kentucky, Inc.; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals West Kentucky, Inc. is seeking a Food Service Assistant to plan and prepare healthy meals for children and adults in our kitchen. You will follow Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines, assist in documentation, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Requirements include a High School Diploma and the ability to work in a busy setting. Travel for deliveries and training may be involved; driving a vehicle with insurance is expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic health and food guidelines.
• Ability to prepare quality meals and snacks.
• Ability to supervise and communicate with adult consumers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, creating, developing, and producing quality meals and snacks for children and adults.
• Ensure documentation is completed accurately and submitted within timelines to the appropriate agencies.
• Prepare daily nutritious meals and snacks for children, adults, and staff within deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen environment and functioning equipment meeting safety regulations.
• Attend required trainings regulated by program guidelines.
• Assist in purchasing weekly/monthly supplies within budget.

Skills

Basic food guidelines

Meal preparation

Communication

Supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Easterseals West Kentucky, Inc. is seeking a Food Service Assistant to plan and prepare healthy meals for children and adults in our kitchen. You will follow Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines, assist in documentation, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Requirements include a High School Diploma and the ability to work in a busy setting. Travel for deliveries and training may be involved; driving a vehicle with insurance is expected.