Nutrition Aide

Child Care Resource Center • Los Angeles, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

CCRC prides itself as a workplace of choice for passionate talent, driven by our mission to cultivate child, family and community well-being. Whether the position works directly with the public or supports our programs, every position is vital to our mission's success and reputation as a leader. We are not your typical non-profit. We are 900+ people strong and growing! Within a team environment, the Nutrition Aide will perform the following responsibilities: MEAL PREPARATION (40%) 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 CCRC’s meal preparation procedures and systems in the kitchen and ensure the preparation of meals and snacks 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 (10%) Properly store food and non-food items according to CCRC 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 CCRC safety rules to prevent injury to self and others. Ensure products are rotated and labeled as needed on a consistent basis. QUALITY ASSURANCE (10%) 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. Report immediately to the supervisor regarding concerns identified regarding food products. CLEANING (25%) 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 (15%) Maintain standard of sanitation in all areas of food preparation facilities, including the kitchen, breakroom, storage areas, and restroom. 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, but currently comprise of less than 5% of the daily workflow for this job: Inventory food and non-food supplies as assigned and request needed items on a timely basis. Assist with Child and Adult Food Program recordkeeping as required. Attend agency meetings and trainings as required. Perform other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent, General Education Development (GED).
• Hold or ability to obtain or qualify for CPR, First Aid Certification, and Food Handlers Certification.
• Must have appropriate Food Handler Certificate as required by Los Angeles County Department of Public Health or obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Basic proficiency level using Microsoft Applications.
• Ability to maintain professional working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, families, and the community, and work effectively with others.
• Cooperative work, effective Organization skills and Customer Service; collaborative teamwork, accurate work product, strong problem-solving skills, and effective critical thinking.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and predictable attendance to carry out the essential functions.
• Ability to prioritize work effectively, multi-task, adjust to meet multiple demands; follow up with tasks through completion; ensure deadlines are met.
• Show ability to have flexibility, maturity of judgment, and ability to work collegially.
• Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, apply good judgment in making decisions, work independently and take initiatives.
• Adherence to confidentiality, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with Agency policy and legal requirements.
• Adherence to technological security in accordance with Agency policy and legal requirements.
• This position requires 5% of travel time.
• Will travel to various Early Care & Learning locations including Palmdale and Lancaster.
• Staff may choose any mode of transportation (driving, walking, bicycling, carpooling, etc.) to arrive to and depart from the location where attendance is required.
• Should a staff member choose to drive, the staff member must become an approved driver with CCRC prior to driving on behalf of CCRC.
• Approved drivers driving on behalf of CCRC may choose to drive a CCRC vehicle or own vehicle and must meet requirements to be an approved driver including holding and maintaining current auto insurance, current California Driver’s License and receiving DMV clearance.
• Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
• This position is full time, 40 hours per week.
• Ability to work a non-traditional work schedule as needed.
• Early Care & Learning / CCP Background & Health Clearance Requirements: Background requirements determined according to the requirements of the program(s) which the position will be supporting.
• Background check required.
• Live Scan Clearance / DOJ Fingerprinting: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 and/or Early Care & Learning Program Performance Standards 1302.90).
• Health Clearance: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting or working with “at risk” populations, CA Code of Regulations Title 22, §101216, CA Health and Safety Code 1596.7995, and/or Early Care & Learning Program Performance Standards 1302.93)
• MVR / DMV clearance in accordance with CCRC’s liability insurance provisions: For positions where driving is required.
• Child Development Permit: For positions working in an educational capacity (California Education Code Sections 44242.5, 44340, and 44341)
• CPR / Pediatric CPR certification: For certain identified positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 – 1596.866)
• Federal Debarment Checks: For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Early Care & Learning Program Performance Standards 1304.11, Code of Federal Regulations Title 2 Grants and Agreements 2.180.320 and 2.180.995)

Nice To Haves

• One to two years’ food preparation experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen.
• Intermediate proficiency level using Microsoft Applications, including Outlook and Zoom.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to converse, read, write and/or translate in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• 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 CCRC’s meal preparation procedures and systems in the kitchen and ensure the preparation of meals and snacks 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.
• Properly store food and non-food items according to CCRC 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 CCRC safety rules to prevent injury to self and others.
• Ensure products are rotated and labeled as needed on a consistent basis.
• 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.
• Report immediately to the supervisor regarding concerns identified regarding food products.
• 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.
• Maintain standard of sanitation in all areas of food preparation facilities, including the kitchen, breakroom, storage areas, and restroom.
• 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.
• Inventory food and non-food supplies as assigned and request needed items on a timely basis.
• Assist with Child and Adult Food Program recordkeeping as required.
• Attend agency meetings and trainings as required.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC
• Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting
• Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break
• Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• 501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!

What This Job Offers

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