Youth Nutrition Kitchen Specialist

Abbott House; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott House in Rapid City, SD seeks a dedicated kitchen assistant to prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents while upholding a safe, clean dining environment.

You will follow menus, manage food preparation, purchasing, and inventory, and maintain accurate records to meet regulatory and program standards.

This role supports a structured daily routine to promote youth well-being, requiring collaboration with staff and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and handle physical kitchen tasks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations; familiarity with federal child nutrition programs preferred or willingness to learn.
• Experience in food service, preferably in a group or institutional setting.
• Ability to maintain records, follow menus, and manage inventory.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of a youth care environment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform physical kitchen tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals that meet nutritional standards and support the health and well-being of residents.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and dining environment in accordance with health and safety guidelines.
• Plan and follow menus while managing food preparation, purchasing, and inventory of supplies.
• Maintain accurate records related to food service, supplies, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with staff to support resident needs and contribute to a positive, structured environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Food service experience

Record-keeping

Adaptability to youth care environment

Lifting up to 40 pounds

Job description

Abbott House in Rapid City, SD seeks a dedicated kitchen assistant to prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents while upholding a safe, clean dining environment.

You will follow menus, manage food preparation, purchasing, and inventory, and maintain accurate records to meet regulatory and program standards.

This role supports a structured daily routine to promote youth well-being, requiring collaboration with staff and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and handle physical kitchen tasks.