Nutrition Services Assistant I

Kidango • Fremont, CA

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About The Position

Kidango is an early learning nonprofit and the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area. It provides children and families with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and works to advance early childhood education through policy efforts.

The Nutrition Services Assistant I prepares, cooks, bakes, and packages food in quantity for distribution while following Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and Alameda County Department of Environmental Health standards. The role verifies stock quantities and helps maintain safe, sanitary work conditions. It also supports food deliveries, inventory, kitchen sanitation, and transportation procedures, and requires clear communication and confidentiality when working with children, families, and staff.

The position pays $29.39 USD. Candidates must pass a health screening, TB test, and background fingerprint clearance, hold a valid driver license, and be at least 18 years old. Some duties may require lifting up to 30 pounds, and employees may use their hands for computer work and answering phone calls. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Kidango describes its workplace as friendly, supportive, and adventurous, with engaged colleagues, a comprehensive industry-leading benefits package, and opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world. The organization states that it is an equal opportunity employer, welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and does not tolerate unlawful discrimination or harassment. Video surveillance may be used in classrooms and common areas at its centers for safety and security.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in quantity cooking in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Valid California driver license and ability to operate agency vehicles.
• Must pass a health screening and TB test.
• Must pass background fingerprint clearance.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds may be needed for some duties.
• Ability to use hands for computer work and answering phone calls.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical measurements and ability to add, multiply, and divide accurately.

Responsibilities

• Wash, cut, assemble, prepare, cook, bake, and package food in quantity to provide nutritious meals.
• Measure, weigh, and mix ingredients according to menus and standardized recipes.
• Perform mathematical calculations to adjust recipes and portion sizes, and accurately measure weights and quantities for packaging.
• Prepare required reports and maintain daily production worksheets and records.
• Clean equipment, supplies, and facilities to maintain a safe and sanitary work area.
• Store food and supplies safely and maintain orderly freezer, refrigerator, dry-storage, laundry, and rack areas.
• Safely operate commercial kitchen equipment to prepare meals.
• Pack and load deliveries in quantities proportionate to each order.
• Maintain backup food and supply inventory for each delivery site.
• Transport food as required, unload it at delivery sites, document temperatures, and place cold items in site refrigerators.
• Pick up reusable containers and dishes from locations for cleaning and sterilization at the central kitchen.
• Maintain the transportation process, including vehicle safety inspections, fuel checks, cleanliness, safety precautions, and road safety.
• Maintain clear, ongoing communication and provide required documentation.
• Attend meetings and trainings as requested.
• Follow safe work practices under Alameda County Department of Environmental Health, CACFP, and agency health and safety regulations.
• Identify workplace hazards or unsafe conditions, take appropriate action to make the area safe, and notify a supervisor.
• Work as a member of the agency team and maintain confidentiality of children, families, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package.
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world.
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous work environment with engaged colleagues.
• Opportunity to improve lives, solve challenging problems, and contribute to social change.

What This Job Offers

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