Nutritional Aide - Part Time

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT CO • El Centro, CA

82d • $20 - $20

About The Position

Ballington Academy is a Public Charter School Educating Students from Transitional Kindergarten to Grade Six. We Offer an Innovative Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) Curriculum for all Grades Using a Hands-on Project-Based Learning Approach, Teaching Real-World, 21st Century Skills. We are seeking a caring individual to help support our Students and Teachers in El Centro, CA. The Nutritional Aide (Seasonal/Temporary-long term) works in partnership with the principal and teachers in the preparation, distribution and maintenance of food and supervision of children at lunch. This is a seasonal/summer position.

Requirements

• Minimum education of high school graduate or GED.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of institutional cooking.
• Requires a valid food handlers' card.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal investigation/fingerprint screening, health/TB screening and all other pre-hire requirements as defined in Title 22 and contract specifications.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet the insurance guidelines established by the Corporation.

Responsibilities

• Plans menu in cooperation with parents and nutritionist.
• Purchases, receives and maintains food to assure quality and cost control.
• Maintains proper storage and control of waste.
• Prepares and serves food and supervises cleanup.
• Keeps proper records of purchases, inventory, meals served, etc.
• Supervises maintenance of equipment, kitchen and dining areas.
• Maintains good sanitation and safety practices, including personal appearance and hygiene.
• Participates in food-related learning activities.
• Uses classroom participation to introduce new foods and other food-related experiences to children.
• Includes children and parents in assisting with preparation and cleanup.
• Participates and assists in planning for parent nutrition and consumer education.
• Provides supervision for students at lunch.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees