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Job Field: Other Jobs
Location: DES MOINES, WA
Salary: $-
Job Type: Part Time

JOB SUMMARY:

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               <td align="left"><font style="font-size: 100%;">POSITION DESCRIPTION<BR><BR>Assistant Food Service Specialist<BR><BR>REPORTS TO:        Child Development Site Supervisor/Designee    <BR><BR>POSITION SUMMARY: Assists in the preparing and distribution of meals and snacks to classrooms in accordance with Child and Adult Care Food Program regulations (CACFP) or other applicable federal, state, and local regulations guidelines. Assists the Food Service Specialist in kitchen and food service operations.<BR><BR>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<BR>•    Food Preparation: Assists in preparation of meals and snacks for the child care center, working under the direction of the Food Service Specialist. <BR>•    Food Service: Assists in the distribution of meals & snacks to classrooms. As needed, assists classroom staff in family-style meal service to ensure that each child will receive portions to meet CACFP meal pattern requirements. As needed, assist children in dishing up food following the family-style service pattern.<BR>•    .Sanitation and Safety: A routine cleaning schedule will be established that complies with requirements as specified under local, state, and federal laws/regulations. The assistant will use prescribe techniques for washing and sanitizing cooking utensils and dishes. Good personal hygiene and grooming will be demonstrated including dress, appearance and personal habits. Proper hand-washing procedures will be utilized. Safe and sanitary conditions will be maintained in the storage, preparation, and service of food and any and all safety hazards will be reported to the center management. Refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage areas will be inspected regularly to maintain safe and sanitary food and supply storage. Food will be maintained at correct temperatures during food preparation and food service to meet sanitation requirements<BR>•    Communication and Management: The Assistant will work cooperatively with center staff and management and will assist in creating and maintaining an atmosphere of warmth and personal interest for the children in the center. The Assistant will attend job related training classes and workshops and will follow supervisor’s instructions in producing and serving food. Food and nutrition education will be promoted through positive comments to center staff, parents and children. The Assistant will utilize sound problem solving skills to appropriately maintain an efficient food production system<BR>•    Record Keeping: Assist the Food Service Specialist in maintaining food production records and meal count sheets according to local, state and federal regulations<BR>•    Head Start Performance Standards: Performance standards will be met in regards to food preparation, menu planning, and food service and nutrition education.<BR>•    Other Duties as Assigned: The food service specialist will perform other duties as assigned by center management when appropriate and needed<BR><BR>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:<BR>•    High school diploma, GED or proof of completion of high school education<BR>•    Ability to assist Food Service Specialist in meal & snack preparation<BR>•    Understanding and application of CACFP, USDA, and other state and local Demonstrated ability to work well as a member of a team<BR>•    Must possess strong human relations skills to communicate and work effectively within a culturally diverse work environment and community<BR>•    Experience working with families from culturally diverse low-income populations<BR>•    Ability to regularly lift up to 40 pounds. Current Food Handler’s Permit<BR>•    Proficient in MS Office <BR>•    Must pass criminal history background check, which may include fingerprinting and meet Minimum Washington State Child Care Licensing regulations. Proof of physical exam, including a TB skin test, must be on file. For those who have tested positive, a statement from a doctor or a chest x-ray must be provided<BR>•    Proof of CPR and First Aid Certification is required<BR><BR>To apply, please click on link below.<BR><BR>https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=2136071</font></td>
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