Nutrition Aide at Columbia Child Development Program

Description

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, and Benefits Eligible

SUPERVISORY CONTROL: Director of Health & Staff Development       

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: Regular hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM.  

35 hours per week for 42 weeks per year; Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

1. Order and prepare meals.
2. Serve meals to classrooms and uphold the cleanliness of the kitchen.
3. In accordance with the philosophy of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff in the agency and demonstrate a positive attitude towards all clients and other people with whom you come in contact during the course of your job.    

SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:  

1. Implement the PBIS philosophy and/or strategies in the workplace (classroom, families’ homes, office, off-site trainings, community, etc.) at all times.
2. Learn, understand and cooperate with the philosophy and curriculum of the program.
3. Order paper supplies for the center.
4. Order food supplies for the center. 
5. Understand and work to achieve the goals, objectives, and philosophy of Head Start and Child Care.
6. Cooperate with center staff to ensure the smooth, efficient operation of the program.
7. Complete all meal preparation for breakfast and lunch.
8. Distribute appropriate portions to each classroom at breakfast and lunch time.
9. Keep the kitchen equipment and storage areas clean and in good condition at all times.
10. Keep food service supplies adequate for center needs.
11. Follow Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) regulations.
12. Help maintain the appearance of the center by helping to put away supply orders, checking lobby and foyer.
13. Keep all information pertaining to Head Start children and their families confidential.
14. Maintain open communication with the Directors, Managers, Teachers and other staff involved within the center.
15. Attend staff meetings as required.
16. Participate in required staff training and development sessions.
17. Maintain current credentials.
18. Be responsible for the assigned computer hardware and software. Perform regular maintenance functions and other duties as outlined in the agency’s written procedure on computer systems.
19. Act as a representative of Head Start in the community to strengthen the image of Head Start and families.
20. Adhere to all policies and procedures.
21. Complete other duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Health and Staff Development.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Will frequently exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
2. Must be capable of providing written and oral information, both in person and over the telephone. 

Requirements

1. Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent, OR, an eighth-grade education and two years of experience in a related field. 
2. Preferably have had direct experience working with young children.
3. Must possess a valid PA driver’s license.

*This institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer