Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

7:00-3:00pm

Full Time 40 hours

Pay $17.75

People, Incorporated is a human service agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!

SUMMARY: The Kitchen Assistant participates as part of the Early Childhood Education programs within the Children’s Services Division to prepare and serve meals and snacks in accordance with USDA and MA ServSafe standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Organize and maintain food storage areas.
• Examine food for quality and expiration.
• Maintain daily cleanliness and operation of kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitize toys at the end of the day.
• Prepare food in accordance with USDA and MA ServSafe standards.
• Maintain a current list of student allergens and prepare an alternate meal if necessary.
• Inspect dishes, silverware, pots, pans, etc. for cleanliness prior to storage.
• Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.
• Maintain all program and Agency required trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Current ServSafe Certification
• Skill in interacting appropriately with children, clients, and staff.
• Knowledge of USDA and local health and food service regulations.
• Qualifying criminal background check upon hire and every three years. Driver’s license is preferred but not required.
• Ability to provide health records and any required follow-up documentation, if applicable, upon hire and every two years.

People Incorporated is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer – that means all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities are welcome and encouraged to apply.

People Incorporated offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health, dental, 403(b),FSA, LTD, life insurance and generous accrued time off. To learn more about People Inc please visit us online at www.peopleinc-fr.org

UNITED WAY MEMBER AGENCY

AA/EOE

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