Nutrition Service Worker

Community Action Council; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prep Academy at Madison County in Richmond, KY is seeking an Entry level Food Service Worker to support Head Start and related centers. You will handle daily meal prep, transport food to sites, and help keep kitchens compliant with health and CACFP rules.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and at least two years of quantity food experience focused on children. Lifting and safety with cooking equipment are important.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience in quantity food preparation with a focus on children.
• Knowledge of CACFP guidelines and operations preferred.
• Awareness of proper lifting techniques and safety with cooking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with daily preparation and transportation of food to Head Start, Early Head Start and child care centers.
• Maintains and arranges food prep, storage areas, and equipment in a safe, sanitary manner meeting health department and licensing requirements.
• Assists with maintaining CACFP reports.

Skills

CACFP knowledge

Food safety

Child nutrition

Safety with equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

• Level: Entry
• Job Location: The Prep Academy at Madison County - Richmond, KY 40475
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: High School
• Salary Range: $14.37 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: Negligible
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

The Food Service Worker reports to the Food Service Coordinator. The position has day-to-day operational responsibilities for the food service provision of Head Start, Early Head Start and child care centers. Assures, participates, and arranges daily preparation and transportation of the food to the centers. Participates, assures, and for the maintenance of food preparation, storage areas, and equipment in a safe and sanitary manner that also complies with health department, Head Start and licensing requirements. Assists with maintaining and preparing appropriate reports for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years of experience in quantity food preparation with a special emphasis on food service for children is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of sound nutritional principles, CACFP guidelines and operational functions are preferred.
• Knowledgeable of correct lifting techniques and safety practices with cooking equipment.