What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutrition Assistant position at Umatilla - Morrow County Head Start Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Position is Seasonal at 10.5 months (lay off period in the summer)
Job Goal :
To assist the Nutrition USDA Manager in coordinating healthy meals for UMHS classrooms and support nutrition staff ensuring they are provided proper tools, support, and supervision to be successful in their role.
Experience and Skills Requirements :
High School Diploma or equivalent
Two years CACFP Food Service experience (preferred)
Previous Head Start parent or experience (preferred)
Experience working with young children (preferred)
Essential Responsibilities :
Support & Mentoring
Mentor cooks on meal preparation and food service
Assist with training of Cooks and Cook Assistants
Complete Food services orders as need arises
Provide coverage for Cooks and Cook Assistants as needed
Assist in mealtime monitors at each Head Start and Early Head Start site
Assist with menu distribution to classrooms
Ensure all required USDA / CACFP forms are completed and maintained as required in CACFP
regulations
Mentor Cooks on necessary paperwork to assist in maintaining compliance with Head Start and CACFP regulations
Supervision
Supervise three to four Cooks and Cook Assistants
Conduct evaluations and assist in setting, developing, and tracking professional development goals
Facilitate onboarding and provide continuous training and feedback for staff members
General Staff Responsibilities :
Participate in staff meetings, conferences, training sessions and workshops as assigned
Demonstrate familiarity with employment policies, performance standards, work plan and objectives of Organization
Maintain congenial and respectful relations with staff, children, families and community
Keep current and accurate records and file reports on time
Maintain confidentiality in regards to staff and family information
Maintain objectives and professional standards
Improve self skills and education
Fulfill role as mandated reporter as stated in Child Abuse and Neglect Policy
Be present at work in order to provide consistency of services
Be a contributory team member in a positive and productive manner
Demonstrate commitment to mission, values, and policies in the performance of daily duties
And or any other duties deemed necessary by your supervisor
Keep a pulse on the job market with advanced job matching technology.
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.
Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right.
Surveys & Data Sets
What is the career path for a Nutrition Assistant?
Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Nutrition Assistant career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
