Nutrition Services Assistant

Springbrook•Oneonta, NY

4d•$16 - $18

About The Position

The Nutrition Services Assistant helps prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals and snacks for people supported by Springbrook while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen. Working closely with the Cook, the assistant helps ensure meals meet individual dietary needs and are served safely, on time, and with care. This is a hands-on, team-based position focused on quality work and supporting the daily lives of the people served. The role includes preparing food according to established menus and dietary requirements, completing food preparation and cleaning tasks, safely operating kitchen equipment, and supporting food storage and supply handling. The assistant follows food safety, sanitation, infection-control, and agency procedures; uses required personal protective equipment; and reports equipment concerns to the Chef Manager. The position may also involve helping orient and train new employees and performing other duties assigned by the Chef Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on program needs.
Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to accurately follow menus, meal plans, safety procedures, and directions.
Basic computer skills and ability to learn agency systems and software.
Ability to safely meet the physical requirements, including standing for extended periods; lifting up to 60 pounds unassisted; and bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting.
Must meet agency requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles when driving is part of the position.

Nice To Haves

Previous food service, kitchen, or institutional dining experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals and snacks according to established menus and individual dietary needs.
Follow approved menus, recipes, portion sizes, and meal plans; make substitutions only when authorized.
Ensure meals are served on time and at the proper temperature, with attention to presentation and quality.
Complete food preparation and other tasks needed to have supplies ready for the next day's meals.
Follow food safety, sanitation, infection-control, and agency procedures.
Keep kitchen, food-storage, and work areas clean, organized, safe, and free of hazards.
Complete assigned cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, garbage removal, and ware-washing.
Safely operate kitchen equipment and report equipment concerns or repair needs to the Chef Manager.
Use required personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures.
Assist with receiving, storing, and moving food supplies and equipment as needed.
Support the orientation and training of new employees when assigned.
Work cooperatively with the kitchen team and treat students, coworkers, and others with respect and courtesy.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Chef Manager.