Nutrition Aide

Job Summary

The Nutrition Aide will be responsible for assisting our Nutritionist with food preparation and storage; recordkeeping; and maintenance of sanitation standards in food preparation facilities.

Responsibilities

Within a team environment, the Nutrition Aide will perform the following responsibilities under the Nutritionist direction:

Meal Preparation

• Accurately prepare meal/snack and special items in a manner, which ensures a quality product is delivered as assigned.
• Practice safe meal preparation per all local, state, and federal regulations..
• Follow NFGC Daycare meal preparation procedures and systems in the kitchen and to ensure the preparation of meals and snacks that are error free.
• Utilize and reference the current menu to ensure accuracy of items being prepared.
• Understand and utilize food standards, including how to identify quality food products.

Food Storage

• Properly store tore food and non-food items according to NFGC Daycare policies and procedures and health and safety regulations in the appropriate location(s).
• Utilize basic knowledge and consistently follow all health and safety regulations for the storage of foods.
• Consistently follow NFGC Daycare safety rules to prevent injury to self and others.
• Ensure products are rotated and labeled as needed on a consistent basis.

Quality Assurance

• Assist in the receiving of deliveries, spot check for quality of product, and notify supervisor when items do not meet prescribed standards.
• Consistently use the inventory system and complete the quality check process of products delivered.
• Communicate clearly and immediately with supervisor regarding concerns identified regarding food products.

Cleaning

• Wash pots, pans, utensils and equipment as assigned following established sanitization guidelines.
• Ensure that pots, pans, utensils, and equipment are properly washed, rinsed, sanitized, and air-dried.
• Store cleaned items in their designated areas to ensure that all items are cleaned and ready for use.
• Properly clean and sanitize washing area before and after use and avoids cross contamination issues.

Maintenance

• Maintain standard of sanitation in all areas of food preparation facility.
• Follow and demonstrate an understanding of all cleaning and sanitation practices and policies.
• Utilize proper cleaning solutions and wear protective clothing as instructed by regulations of the program.
• Complete assigned side work and deep cleaning duties in a timely and thorough manner.
• Assist other Nutrition Aides with cleaning tasks, as directed.

Non-Essential Duties And Responsibilities

These duties include tasks that are required and are a part of your daily workflow for this job:

• Inventory food and non-food supplies as assigned and request needed items on a timely basis.
• Assist with USDA Child and Adult Food Program recordkeeping as required.
• Attend agency meetings and trainings as required.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Skills

• Model Christ-like behavior both in and outside of the classroom.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Work collaboratively with other staff members.
• Promote the mission of NFGC Daycare both individually and institutionally.
• Protect all children from physical punishment or verbal abuse by anyone in any program activity, and immediately report any such incident to the director.
• Attend all professional development opportunities provided by NFGC Daycare or other agencies as recommended by the director.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Days and Vacation
• Paid Holidays: Spring Break, Christmas Break, Thanksgiving Break, and Winter Break
• Colonial & Aflac Insurance
• Childcare Discount

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $10.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $10