What are the responsibilities and job description for the KITCHEN AIDE position at HOPKINS HOUSE-A CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES?
JOB SUMMARY:
The Kitchen Aide plays a vital role in ensuring Hopkins House Preschool Academy students receive healthy, nutritious meals every day. This position supports meal preparation, maintains a clean and safe kitchen environment, and ensures compliance with food safety regulations and CACFP standards. Working closely with colleagues, families, and catering partners, the Kitchen Aide helps create a positive environment where children can thrive.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate daily with the outside caterer to confirm the appropriate number of meals, including special events and field trips.
- Receive and verify food deliveries from the catering service.
- Purchase and/or order additional food and supplies, as needed, from local stores.
- Distribute properly portioned meals to each classroom for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks.
- Maintain accurate inventory of food and supplies in both kitchen and classrooms.
- Ensure compliance with Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) menu and meal service standards.
- Keep kitchen, dining areas, and equipment clean and sanitary, including dishwashing, surface cleaning, trash removal, and hygiene protocols.
- Follow all food safety regulations and best practices for safe food handling and storage.
- Conduct required Health Department inspections and maintain compliance records.
- Assist with deep cleaning tasks at the beginning and end of the school term, and provide support during school events and summer programs.
- Perform additional duties as assigned, which may include substituting in classrooms during educator breaks or absences.
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
High School Diploma or equivalent
YEARS OF RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
1 or more years of food handling experience in school, restaurant, or similar setting.
OTHER RELATED REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have an active Food Handler Certificate.
- Must be able to work on-site from 7 am to 3 pm, Monday - Friday.
- Vehicle and license to drive to local grocery or store, as needed.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting food trays and standing for extended periods.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with colleagues, children (“Young Scholars”), and parents.
BENEFITS:
Hopkins House offers a wide range of generous employee benefits, including paid time off (i.e., sick, vacation, family leave, etc.), paid holidays, health and dental coverage, and childcare tuition discounts.
Salary : $16