Nutrition / Classroom Assistant

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Ensures support for food service delivery in the Head
Start classroom in the areas of food preparation and service, clean-up,
and site sanitation. Essential Job Responsibilities Regular and
consistent attendance is an essential function of this position. General
Nutrition Duties Maintains a safe and sanitary kitchen environment
Washes and sanitizes dishes using proper procedures Meal service,
including table setting and delivery of food to tables Purchases food
and supplies according to USDA requirements Stores food and supplies
appropriately Adapts meals for any special dietary needs Participates in
monthly staff meetings Classroom Duties Assists with staff breaks when
short staffed (if qualified). Assists in promoting a positive climate
for learning. Encourages experimentation, exploration, problem solving,
cooperation, socialization, and choice making; asks open-ended questions
and listen respectfully to the answers. Works to develop a collaborative
approach that benefits all children in the classroom. Cleans and
sanitizes classroom and equipment as requested. Cleans bathrooms and
hand washing areas as requested. Additional Job Responsibilities
Responsible for completing and submitting required nutrition forms as
scheduled. Assists in general maintenance and security of facility.
Attends agency meetings, trainings, and professional development
activities. Coordinates work schedule to meet program needs. Other
duties as assigned. OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of USDAs Child and Adult
Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements. Knowledge of appropriate methods
of food service sanitation. Knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate
Practices in feeding children. Daily standing, walking, reaching, and
grasping to service meals. The ability to carry and lift up to 25lbs
safely Arrives at work on time, punctually attends and actively
participants in all required meetings, training and overnight retreats
and training. Ability to respond appropriately (both mentally and
physically) to an emergency or a crisis. Patient and professional
attitude toward program participants while managing a busy workload.
Respectful, cooperative, and reliable team member and participant in
program activities. Projects a professional work image, both in dress
and manner. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://jobapps.hrdirectapps.com/applicantform/D3873757271/0