Kwethluk, Alaska Rural Alaska Community Action Program
Job Details: FOOD SERVICE AIDE - Kwethluk Head Start

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Vacancy Name FOOD SERVICE AIDE - Kwethluk Head Start Vacancy No VN456 Employment Type Part Time Location Kwethluk HS Salary Range $17.55 Salary Period Hourly Benefits As a part time, regular employee, you will be eligible to for 20 days of accrued Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program and Monthly Wellness Reimbursement. Job Details
JOB SUMMARY: Assists with plans for preparation of and the serving of meals and snacks. Substitutes for Food Service Specialist. Assists with purchase of food, kitchen sanitation and safety. Assists with classroom activities as appropriate.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists supervisor in ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and state sanitation and safety regulations, Head Start Performance Standards, Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines, including, but not limited to traditional foods guidelines, Child Development Division Head Start/Early Head Start Policies and Procedures and the Head Start Work Plan. Follows prescribed procedures for preparing program defined meals and completing meal set up as defined by the program. Assists with plans or follows prepared plans in the preparation of meals, snacks and serves food family style. Maintains all records of meal counts, inventory, food weights and temperature, and other food service data as prescribed by the program. Substitutes for Food Service Specialist as necessary. Ensures all food service areas are clean and orderly. Assists with cleaning, dishwashing, and garbage removal. Cleaning of all stations, equipment, floors, and shelving. Washing all dishes containers, pans and utensils. All garbage removed from kitchen daily. Reports any irregularities to management in a timely manner. Assists with purchase of foods, cleaning products and supplies. Assists in ensuring adequate sanitation of kitchen and safety of equipment. Assists with required documentation and records. Participates in food related learning activities with children. Attends weekly staff meetings, regular meetings with supervisor and participates in all required training. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists classroom and janitorial staff as requested by supervisor and as work schedule permits. Performs other duties as assigned. COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to read, comprehend, and follow established policies and procedures. Ability to manage work time well, prioritize and meet deadlines. Ability to exercise good judgement, courtesy and tact. Ability to establish good rapport with people of diverse cultures and belief systems. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. Must demonstrate sound judgment, professional boundaries, ethics, and ability to maintain confidentiality. WORK ENVIRONMENT/JOB CONDITIONS: Agency is a mandated drug and alcohol free workplace. Develops and maintains constructive and cooperative working relationships with others. Uses computers and computer programs effectively to enter data, create spreadsheets and process information, and, develop documents, and program and training materials. Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work. Communicates with others outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, and other external sources in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail in keeping with current policies & procedures. 'Home style' kitchen and classroom settings. Ability to respond quickly to children's needs and emergency type situations. Must be flexible in work schedule to help meet required teacher/child ratios in all classrooms. Must have the ability to operate the following equipment: desktop computer, telephone, copier, PC printer, and fax machine. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly to grasp, type, see, talk, hear, and lift and carry 40 pounds of weight by utilizing proper lifting techniques and working in a safe manner. This position will also be performing physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling materials. Occasionally performs sedentary activities that require sitting for long periods and repetitive use of hands, wrists and arms for handling, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating things. Must be in good general health and free from serious physical, mental health and/or substance abuse problems. POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
This is a part-time position, 15 hours per week, 37 weeks per year.
TRAVEL:
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS AND REQUIRED EDUCATION: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a high school degree or GED. Must provide TB screening and basic physical exam within thirty (30) days of hire with follow-up every three (3) years at employee's expense. Must pass state and federal background checks including fingerprints. Must attend 15 hours of professional development training annually. Must obtain Alaska Food Worker's Card within thirty (30) days of hire with follow-up (3) years at employer's expense. Previous serving experience required. Responsible work ethic with reliable attendance. Must keep all matters concerning participants in strictest confidence as required by HIPAA privacy and the 42 CFR, Part II confidentiality regulations. Proven ability and willingness to be self-directed in problem-solving and decision-making and perform basic assignment with little or no direct supervision while also working effectively as a team member. Demonstrated basic level of computer skills necessary in order to use and create documents and reports, spreadsheets, workshop materials and slide presentations, and to enter data into intricate database programs and proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook. Ability to manage work time well, prioritize and meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. Must be able to provide own transportation to meet work schedule requirements. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Experience in commercial food preparation and menu planning. Experience working with young children.