Nutrition Assistant

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Family-Friendly Workplace

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support Head Start meal operations in Branson. The role involves preparing and serving meals, ensuring food safety, and helping organize kitchen tasks for children and staff.

The position is full-time, 40 hours weekly, year-round, with benefits including PTO, health insurance, and a positive team culture. Starting pay is $17.03 per hour with opportunities to contribute to daily operations.

Qualifications

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ability to safely prepare and handle food.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff.
• Ability to follow food safety procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to approved menus.
• Monitor meal preparation and food service processes.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen areas.
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to meal preparation and service.
• Collaborate with center staff to support daily operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Clean & organized work area

Food safety procedures

Teamwork & collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title: Nutrition Assistant
Department: Head Start/Early Head Start
Location:Branson Fall Creek
Reports To: Center Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Type:

About Us

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing poverty and strengthening communities by providing services and support to individuals and families throughout the Ozarks.

Position Overview

OACAC Head Start is seeking motivated team members for the position of Nutrition Assistant. This role supports daily food service operations by preparing and serving meals, maintaining food safety standards, and assisting with kitchen organization and meal service for children and staff.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Full Year position

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to approved menus
• Monitor meal preparation and food service processes
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen areas
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards
• Assist with administrative tasks related to meal preparation and service
• Collaborate with center staff to support daily operations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Reliable transportation
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Quantity cooking experience

Required Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Ability to safely prepare and handle food
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff
• Ability to follow food safety procedures and guidelines

Compensation

• Starting pay: $17.03 per hour
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Family-Friendly Work Environment
• Positive Team Culture

Additional Information

Application Deadline:Friday, October 23, 2026

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring (if applicable)
• Family Care Safety Registry (FCSR) background check

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status.

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC)