Nutrition Services Assistant I

Kidango • Fremont, CA

5d

About The Position

Prepare, cook, bake, and package 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. Duties also include preparing delivery orders, transporting food when required, maintaining delivery and vehicle safety procedures, and documenting food temperatures and production records. Employees work as part of the agency team, communicate as needed, protect confidential information, and attend meetings and trainings when requested.

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 18 years or older.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds may be needed during some job duties.
• Ability to use hands for computer work, answering phone calls, and related tasks.

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 use basic math and measurements accurately.
• Prepare required reports and maintain daily production worksheets and other required records.
• Clean equipment, supplies, and facilities to maintain safe and sanitary work areas and conditions.
• Maintain proper and safe storage of food and supplies, including orderly freezer, refrigerator, dry storage, laundry, and storage-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 when required according to procedure, unload it at the site, document temperatures, and place cold items in the site refrigerator.
• Pick up reusable containers and dishes from locations for cleaning and sterilization at the central kitchen.
• Maintain the transportation process, including vehicle safety inspections, gas 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

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

What This Job Offers

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