Nutrition Program Assistant

LifePath; Shelburne (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

LifePath is seeking a part-time Nutrition Program Assistant based in the Franklin County area, primarily located in Erving, MA, with responsibilities at the Meals on Wheels Kitchen and occasional dining centers. The role involves kitchen prep, volunteer supervision, and back-up meal delivery.

The position offers 15 hours per week, eligibility for a 401(k), and a bilingual differential of 6% after fluency assessment. Compensation is $18.95 per hour, with mileage paid for meal delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A valid driver's license; reliable, insured transportation; willingness to travel to sites in the service area.
• Experience working with older adults and volunteers a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Cooking skills to reheat pre-prepared foods.

Responsibilities

• Perform Kitchen Assistant duties at the Meals on Wheels Kitchen as needed.
• Back-up for Home Delivered Meals routes as needed to deliver meals.
• Back-up for Dining Center Manager as needed.
• Supervision of volunteers.
• Perform kitchen tasks to reheat pre-prepared foods, serve, and clean up after meals.
• Keep relevant records and data.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication

Math skills

Customer service

Cooking/reheat

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Volunteer experience with seniors

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SHELBURNE Nutrition Program Assistant

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Nutrition Program Assistant is responsible for assignments at the Meals on Wheels Kitchen or a Congregate Dining Center. The role supports the program with flexible activities including floating Dining Center Manager, kitchen food prep and clean up, administrative tasks, and substitute driver (mileage paid for meal delivery). This position will be primarily located in Erving, MA at Meals on Wheels kitchen facility with frequent assignments to other locations in the area. This is a part-time (15 hrs/wk) role serving the Franklin County and North Quabbin area. This position is eligible to participate in 401k. 6% pay differential for applicable bilingual skills after satisfactory completion of a fluency assessment. Compensation for this role is $18.95 hourly.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Flexibility and the ability to enjoy a variety of job assignments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Mathematical competence and attention to detail
• Excellent customer service and administrative skills
• Cooking skills to primarily reheat pre-prepared foods
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A valid driver's license; reliable, insured transportation; and willingness to travel to some sites in our service area.
• Experience working with older adults and volunteers a plus

RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform duties as Kitchen Assistant at the Meals on Wheels Kitchen as needed.
• Serve as back-up for Home Delivered Meals routes as needed to deliver meals.
• Serve as back-up for Dining Center Manager.
• Supervision of volunteers.
• Performing kitchen work as needed to prepare (generally re-heat pre-prepared food), serve, and clean up after the meal.
• Keeping relevant records and data.

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