Nutritional Aide - Part Time

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

3d•$20 - $20•Onsite

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. Job Opportunity: 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 an d 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.