Nutrition Services Assistant

Springbrook NY, Inc; Town of Oneonta (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Springbrook NY, Inc in Town of Oneonta, NY is seeking a Nutrition Services Assistant to help prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks while keeping the kitchen clean, safe, and organized. You will work closely with the Cook to meet individual dietary needs and ensure meals are served safely, on time, and with care.

This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys teamwork and takes pride in quality work, making a positive difference in daily life.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in food service helpful but not required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on program needs.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow menus, meal plans, safety procedures, and directions.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn agency systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks according to menus and dietary needs.
• Follow approved menus, recipes, portion sizes, and meal plans with authorized substitutions.
• Ensure meals are served on time and at proper temperatures with good presentation.
• Complete food prep and tasks to ensure supplies are ready for next day.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and agency procedures.
• Keep kitchen and storage areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Complete cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, garbage removal, and ware-washing.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment and report maintenance needs to Chef Manager.
• Use PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and moving supplies and equipment.
• Support orientation/training of new employees as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with kitchen team and treat others with respect.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Chef Manager.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Follow procedures

Physical stamina

Driving eligibility

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Nutrition Services Assistant helps prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals and snacks for people we support while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen. Working closely with the Cook, this position plays an important role in making sure people we support receive meals that meet their individual dietary needs and are served safely, on time, and with care. This is a hands‑on position that is a great fit for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in doing quality work, and wants to make a positive difference in the daily lives of the people we support.

Position Summary

The Nutrition Services Assistant helps prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals and snacks for people we support while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen. Working closely with the Cook, this position plays an important role in making sure people we support receive meals that meet their individual dietary needs and are served safely, on time, and with care. This is a hands‑on position that is a great fit for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in doing quality work, and wants to make a positive difference in the daily lives of the people we support.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals and snacks, according to established menus and individual dietary needs.
• Follow approved menus, recipes, portion sizes, and meal plans. Make substitutions only as authorized.
• Ensure meals are served on time and at the proper temperature, with attention to presentation and quality.
• Complete food preparation and other tasks needed to ensure supplies are ready for the next day's meals.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, infection control, and agency procedures.
• Keep kitchen, food storage, and work areas clean, organized, safe, and free of hazards.
• Complete assigned cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, garbage removal, and ware-washing.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment and report equipment concerns or repair needs to the Chef Manager.
• Use required personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and moving food supplies and equipment as needed.
• Support the orientation and training of new employees when assigned.
• Work cooperatively with the kitchen team and treat students, coworkers, and others with respect and courtesy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chef Manager.

Qualifications And Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous food service, kitchen, or institutional dining experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the program.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow menus, meal plans, safety procedures, and directions accurately.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn agency systems and software.
• Must be able to safely perform the physical requirements of the position, including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 60 pounds unassisted, as well as bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting.
• Must meet agency requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles when driving is part of the position.

Springbrook is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Springbrook to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, age, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, traits historically associated with race and/or any other status or characteristic protected by law.