Dishwasher/Food Service Aide

Position Summary:

The Dishwasher/Food Service Aide works as part of the kitchen and site team supporting kitchen tasks, washing

dishes, assisting with stock and delivery of food and supplies to classrooms. This is a full-time, 35 hour per week position.

1. Ensures Kitchen Safety and Sanitation. Indicators include:

• Follows established standards/regulations of CACFP, Head Start, Child Care, OSHA and ServSafe for food safety, dishwashing and sanitation practices.
• Uses kitchen equipment safely and informs supervisor if not operating properly and of potential repairs.

2. Supports Meal Services For Children and Food for Meetings. Indicators include:

• Assists with basic kitchen tasks related to food preparation and dish setup for meals and functions assigned.
• Transports food and dishes to and from mealtime setting and meeting rooms, as assigned assuring timely delivery and pick-up.
• Assures timely cleaning of dishware following meals/snacks.
• Adheres to CACFP regulatory compliance, Child Care Licensing and Head Start philosophies.

3. Maintains Supplies and Inventory. Indicators include:

• Stocks shelves and takes care of orders received.
• Assists in routine monitoring of food and supply inventory.
• Assists with cost effective strategies related to food and paper supplies, such as reducing waste, recycling and “green” practices.

4. Supports Interdisciplinary Work and Collaboration. Indicators include:

• Contributes to effective, purposeful team communications to promote continuous program improvement.
• Supports the evolution of C&FS programming in a positive and professional manner, responding to any changes in structure, supervision, team members, job duties, and use of technology.
• Engages in reflective practice to support program self-assessment in a variety of forums.
• Supports and promotes awareness of community happenings.
• Supports nutrition education activities for children and families.

Qualifications:

• Ability to relate positively to children and adults.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills along with basic computer skills.
• Must be able to meet requirements of Agency & State Child Care licensing regulations for background checks and physical examinations.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in food service operation.
• Knowledge of food/safety sanitation regulations and Serve Safe Certification preferred.