Food Specialist Assistant

Be a part of something BIG. Committed to giving every vulnerable child an opportunity to succeed, we deliver high quality services that empower families, make children healthier, and communities stronger.

Find your purpose: We’re dedicated to growing employees who want a career in helping at-risk children and families succeed. Employees get ongoing training opportunities to include job-related certificates, credentials, and tuition reimbursement.

Keep the balance: We value employee wellness by offering 15 paid holidays off including a one-week paid holiday break, and a generous time off policy that increases over time. We invest in free mental health services for staff, along with free, unlimited access to an employee health portal designed just for staff wellness.

NAME OF POSITION: Food Specialist Assistant Flemington/Ringoes

27.5 HOURS PER WEEK

Job Overview
We are a fast-paced and high-demand, non-profit program that depends on everybody in every position to help our centers function with ease. You will gain diverse experience working with an at-risk population. Cross-training is available and expected for all positions.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for purchasing necessary supplies and food for meal preparation in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
• Monitor food allergies/dietary conditions of children and prepare food accordingly.
• Prepare all meals and snacks following all CACFP and Head Start guidelines and regulations.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment according to all guidelines.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and drive the agency vehicle to Phillipsburg site to transport food between centers.

Minimum Education Level
High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Education Level
Associates, or higher, in related field

Experience
Some experience in commercial food preparation preferred

Preferred Experience
2+ years of experience in commercial food preparation

Personal characteristics: Responsible, dependable, committed
Certifications: Food Handler’s Certification or willing to obtain through Norwescap, driver’s license and reliable transportation
Physical abilities: Lift 30 pounds

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.46 per hour

Expected hours: 27.5 per week

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you fluent in both English and Spanish?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Food preparation: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person