Nutrition & Kitchen Assistant — Early Learning

Kitsap Community Resources; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employer-paid medical, dental, vision,

Life and disability coverage

401(k) with 6.5% employer contribution

Job summary

Kitsap Community Resources in Bremerton is seeking a Head Start Kitchen-Classroom Assistant to support healthy meals for young children and maintain a clean, safe kitchen in a kitchen-classroom setting at the Park/Elizabeth site. You will help teachers in the classroom and follow CACFP guidelines.

The role requires High School Diploma or GED, ability to pass background checks, TB test, and health certifications. Benefits include comprehensive coverage, retirement, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate compassion for low-income families and children.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, safety, and sanitation.
• Ability to follow instructions, menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of meals and snacks according to established menus and portion sizes.
• Know classroom food allergies and substitutions and follow nutrition plans.
• Serve meals to classrooms and ensure timely delivery.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and prep areas per health regulations.
• Maintain proper storage of food and supplies per safety guidelines.
• Adhere to USDA CACFP guidelines and Head Start standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kitsap Community Resources in Bremerton is seeking a Head Start Kitchen-Classroom Assistant to support healthy meals for young children and maintain a clean, safe kitchen in a kitchen-classroom setting at the Park/Elizabeth site. You will help teachers in the classroom and follow CACFP guidelines.

The role requires High School Diploma or GED, ability to pass background checks, TB test, and health certifications. Benefits include comprehensive coverage, retirement, and development opportunities.