Description

Come join the amazing Community Action Program of Belknap-Merrimack Counties team!

We are a private non-profit committed to doing all we can in the fight against poverty. Our legacy goes back to the 1960's and we manage over 70 programs designed to help those who need it most.

You'll join a team of talented and passionate people who are motivated to make our community as strong and resilient as possible.

HOURS: Monday – Friday, 25 hours per week.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for assisting the Head Start/Early Head Start/Child Care Food Services Coordinator and Cook in the preparation of meals for Head Start/Early Head Start and Child Care classrooms. Assists in all phases of food service, preparation and clean up. Delivers food to satellite sites as needed.

PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITES:

• Prepares food for meals as assigned.
• Packages food items for transportation.
• Stores and retrieves food items and supplies from storage areas.
• Cleans the kitchen, including counters, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, ovens, walls, range hood and floors with various cleaning compounds.
• Delivers food to satellite sites.
• Follows all health and safety policies and procedures.
• Attends training, staff meetings and center meetings as required by supervisor.
• Substitutes for the Cook as needed.

AGENCY RESPONSIBILTIIES:

You are part of something bigger than just your program and every CAPBM employee is accountable for delivering the highest quality of service and support to all of our stakeholders including program participants, clients, volunteers, coworkers, contractors, vendors, and any other individual touched by the work we do.

• Be committed to the Agency's Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Express courtesy and willingness to assist others while providing positive, prompt, and quality assistance to all CAPBM stakeholders.
• Maintain adequate knowledge of all CAPBM programs to make referrals to other CAPBM programs beneficial to the participant.
• Maintain professional boundaries with all current, past, and prospective clients, and maintain the confidentiality of clients and staff per CAPBM policy and procedure. Adhere strictly to the confidentiality of clients, co-workers, and internal business information.
• Present a professional and positive image as a representative of CAPBM.
• Follow established policies and procedures and comply with all safety requirements.
• Communicate proactively with the supervisor regarding workflow, problems, suggestions, etc.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment; and attend team and staff meetings as scheduled.
• Be punctual for scheduled work, use time appropriately, and complete work in a timely fashion with minimal errors.

CAPBM PART TIME BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays – 12 per year

ADDITIONAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT BENEFITS

• Annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) Raise year)
• 50% off child care in our centers (subject to availability)
• A Practice-Based Coach, Behavior Support Coordinator, and Mental Health Consultant on staff for employee support
• Paid professional development days and trainings during work days free of cost (airfare, meals, hotel included!)
• Annual Staff Retreat day and Staff Wellness days Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
• Assistance to Education staff in completing a CDA (we help you through that process and cover the cost).
• Professional Development Specialists on staff to complete verification visits, observation, and portfolio review.
• Many career growth opportunities!

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• One year of experience in quantity food production
• Good oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills to include managing diverse activities
• Ability to work cooperatively with young children and agency staff
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and organize time to complete assigned tasks
• Ability to work independently within a team environment
• Mathematical ability to compute production counts and adapt quantity recipes

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalency credential.

License/Certification:

• Successful completion of criminal record check.
• Valid driver’s license with access to reliable transportation for required travel.
• Must obtain ServSafe Food Handler Level certification within 60 days of hire.

For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter.

Community Action program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.