Youth Program Kitchen Assistant - Food Service

Navy Region Naval District Washington Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR); Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Region Naval District Washington Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is seeking a Child and Youth Program (CYP) Food Service Worker to support food preparation and service in a Child Development Center, with potential duties for the School Age Care program. The role emphasizes safety, nutrition, and compliance with CACFP and NAVMED P5010 standards.

Responsibilities include assisting with meal preparation, transporting items to classrooms, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring proper storage

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food handling techniques, personal hygiene, and safe work procedures.
• Ability to measure ingredients and understand recipes.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic for servings calculations.
• Understanding of diet principles and sanitation standards.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and service for CYP, including stocking, wrapping, and transporting to classrooms.
• Maintain kitchen and serving areas; clean equipment and surfaces per regulations.
• Store and label food items, manage waste, and ensure proper food storage.
• Follow security, fire, and sanitation rules and CACFP standards.

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Navy Region Naval District Washington Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is seeking a Child and Youth Program (CYP) Food Service Worker to support food preparation and service in a Child Development Center, with potential duties for the School Age Care program. The role emphasizes safety, nutrition, and compliance with CACFP and NAVMED P5010 standards.

Responsibilities include assisting with meal preparation, transporting items to classrooms, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring proper storage