Fort Hood Head Start Nutrition Aide PART-TIME

Hill Country Community Action Association•Fort Hood, TX

3d•$13 - $15

About The Position

The HS Nutrition Aide is responsible for producing nutritious, child-friendly meals that meet Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements and for completing related documentation. The role requires particular attention to special diets requested by medical professionals and Registered Dietitians. The aide also assists classroom staff with keeping children safe and supports food and cooking activities with children. The position involves estimating food needs, purchasing approved supplies, preparing and documenting meals, maintaining food and equipment inventories, and keeping kitchen and eating areas clean and sanitary. The aide participates in staff meetings, training, special events, and classroom coverage as needed. The role is part-time and covers 10½ months.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Some experience and ability to cook.
Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
Warm, supportive, pleasant, and positive attitude toward young children and parents.
Dependability and flexibility in accepting assignments or adapting to program changes.
Willingness to accept supervision and adapt to improve work performance.
Professional manner and attire.
No conviction record that would contraindicate employment.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid Class C driver's license, reliable vehicle with current liability insurance, and insurability under HCCAA's vehicle insurance policy.
Complete an initial Head Start physical screening within 30 days of hire.
Obtain or maintain CPR and First Aid certifications within 90 days of hire; these are collateral rather than primary duties.
Complete a Food Handlers Certificate upon hiring.
Comply with HCCAA policies and maintain confidentiality in all phases of agency operations.
Complete mandatory annual pre-service training.
Ability to operate a computer and office machines such as a fax machine, calculator, copier, and telephone.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds; stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, drive, carry groceries, and sit; and react quickly, including running after a child.
Normal range of hearing and vision.
Ability to manage new and diverse work problems, resolve problems and conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure.
Ability to listen objectively, identify problems, assist in resolving issues, and interact with employees at all agency levels.
Basic math and literacy skills and ability to record data pertinent to Head Start Performance Standards.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills are encouraged.

Responsibilities

Review menus, estimate food quantities, and enter food production estimates in food program management software.
Purchase approved supplies from local stores or approved vendors, organizing purchases to avoid unnecessary daily trips.
Prepare purchase summaries and retain receipts.
Review food labels to ensure special diet and CACFP requirements are met.
Inventory, label, and safely store food.
Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks safely and sanitarily while following health and safety requirements.
Record food temperatures and complete documentation required for CACFP.
Maintain current inventories of kitchen equipment and products, and retain food and CN labels.
Clean and sanitize the work area, kitchen, and eating area according to the Nutrition Procedure Manual, and remove trash daily.
Attend monthly staff meetings and share or receive information about special diets, edited menus, needs, and concerns; update special diet requirements as required by Child Care Licensing.
Work as a team member and assist coworkers as time allows.
Complete Self Inspection Checklists and correct identified findings.
Attend requested training and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor, content coordinator, or Head Start Director.
Assist the teaching team with child supervision or classroom coverage when teachers step out.
Support teaching staff with food and cooking experiences involving children.
Help prepare for and organize special events, including art shows, Christmas parties, and graduation.
Involve children in kitchen activities when appropriate.