Part Time Nutrition Aide -Youth Residential

The Centers • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

The Nutrition Aide assists with daily warming-kitchen operations and supports the preparation and service of nutritious meals that meet the dietary needs of young residents. The role helps maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment and promotes healthy eating habits and positive dining experiences.

This is a part-time, benefits-eligible position averaging approximately 24–26 scheduled hours per week before unpaid breaks. The employee follows a two-week rotating schedule, alternating between weekday evening shifts with Saturday coverage and weekday shifts with Sunday coverage. The employee must be available for both schedules on an alternating weekly basis. The position does not supervise team members and may require work outside normal hours based on meal-service schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with other staff.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Availability to alternate weekly between the specified Saturday-coverage and Sunday-coverage schedules.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by meal-service schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and serving meals according to established menus and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure food is stored, prepared, and served safely in accordance with health and sanitation standards.
• Set tables and serve food and beverages according to procedures.
• Deliver and pick up meal trays in resident units.
• Support special dietary needs and preferences of individual residents.
• Engage with residents during mealtimes, promote positive dining experiences, and encourage healthy food choices.
• Collect soiled dishware, clean and sanitize tables, pick up floor debris, and deliver soiled tableware to the dishwashing area.
• Wash dishes, sanitize surfaces, and maintain overall kitchen hygiene.
• Participate in training and meetings to enhance knowledge of nutrition and food service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED