Food Services Assistant - Community Action Organization

*Note:

For applicants with extensive qualifications and/or years of experience, hiring range may be exceeded with approval. If approval is granted, it will be based upon careful review of the applicant's qualifications, experience, internal equity and budgetary considerations. The final rate approved will typically never be at a rate equal to or above the established midpoint of the pay range for the position.

Community Action Organization reserves the right to modify, interpret or apply this job description as needed. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties (including essential duties), and skills to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not a contract implied or otherwise and the employment relationship remains at-will. The aforementioned requirements may be subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified persons with disabilities. All positions are contingent upon funding and successful passing of all required background checks, required registry checks, and physical screenings if required.

All staff in positions which regularly require driving either company or personal vehicles while performing work on behalf of Community Action are required to provide Human Resources proof of a valid driver's license for a motor vehicle record check both at hire and annually thereafter. Human Resources will conduct a motor-vehicle record. These records will be held as confidential records in Human Resources. All accidents will be reported to Human Resources within 48 hours.

Special Note on Central Background Registry Requirement:

In order to be offered any position within our Head Start program, you must be currently enrolled in Oregon's Central Background Registry. If you are not currently enrolled, you may still be considered for this position, but no offer of employment may be extended to you until this requirement has been completed. For information on how to enroll in Oregon's Central Background Registry, please visit www.childcareinoregon.org or call the Office of Child Care at 1.800.556.6616.

Benefits: All regular full-time (RFT) status positions of 20 hours per week or more year round or part year of .50 FTE or higher are eligible for our outstanding benefits package including:

• Individual Medical with premium covered at 90%
• Free Dental insurance for the employee
• Employer matched retirement dollar for dollar for the first 3%
• Generous paid sick and vacation time
• 13 paid 0bserved holidays
• Free life and long term disability insurance
• Medex travel assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Rich and diverse mission-based working environment
• Possible student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Staff meeting program criteria for use of a second language in their position may apply for and if approved qualify for a bilingual pay benefit of $100 per month

Position Summary:

In support of the Agency's mission, and under the direction of the CACFP Supervisor, this position assists in the preparation, serving, and cleanup aspects of providing a nutritious, cost-effective food service program to Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms, other Community Action programs, and in accordance with all Head Start policies, standards and practices.

Pay Note: For Lead Food Services Assistant - Lead Food Services Assistant duties will be in addition to the Food Service Assistant essential functions and responsibilities below. A lead pay adjustment will apply to the hourly rate of those designated Lead Food Services Assistants in accordance with Compensation Guidelines.

Lead Food Services Assistant - Additional Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Maintain ChildPlus reports, inventory records, petty cash usage, and menu documentation.
• Implement and maintain a system for the selection, purchase, orders and inventory for all necessary supplies, foods, and equipment for the food services program and/or center specific operations.
• Coordinate delivery of supply orders, communicate with and update teachers and classroom staff on pending orders as needed. Oversee central kitchen operations, delegate tasks as needed in the absence of the CACFP Supervisor.

Food Services Assistant - Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that standardized recipes are followed, and appropriate quantities of food are prepared and served in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations including Head Start specific regulations, CACFP meal requirements, Washington County Sanitation, and Child Care Division licensing rules.
• Perform daily activities according to schedule established by CACFP Supervisor to ensure that meal service for children and staff happens in a timely fashion and supports cost effective food service operations.
• Ensure that meal preparation and service areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary manner and according to the established cleaning schedule.
• Monitor the acceptance of menu items by children in the program and make adjustments to the menu accordingly; communicate adjustments for review.
• Operate food service equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and OSHA regulations; monitor kitchen equipment to ensure good working order; report any problems to CACFP supervisor immediately.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other center staff to ensure that food service delivery to classrooms is accomplished in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure that food and supplies are stored properly in accordance with Community Action policies and procedures.
• May assist CACFP supervisor with the inventory and ordering of food and supplies for the food services program and/or center specific operations.
• Monitor the acceptance of menu items by children in the program and make adjustments to the menu accordingly; communicate adjustments to coordinator for review.
• Operate food service equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and OSHA regulations; monitor kitchen equipment to ensure in good working order; report any problems to CACFP Supervisor immediately.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other center staff to ensure that food service delivery to classrooms is accomplished in timely and effective manner.
• Strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures at all times and respond/correct any at-risk safety issues immediately.
• Strictly adhere to agency code of ethics and standards of workplace behavior.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Marginal Functions and Responsibilities:

• Other marginal functions and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Education/Training/Experience: (For Lead Food Assistant - all items below and knowledge of food service ordering and inventory systems)

• High school diploma and six months experience working in a food service operation (such as a school or hospital) with specific experience using standard food service equipment in a safe and sanitary manner. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of food preparation and food handling techniques.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Must be able to successfully pass applicable background and Oregon Central Background Registry checks prior to new hire processing and beginning actual employment.
• Completion of appropriate Fit for Duty and TB Testing according to Head Start regulations prior to date of hire.

Preferred:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English is highly desirable.
• Combination of education and/or experience equivalent to an AA degree in dietetic technology.
• Performed a minimum of 16 hours volunteer work in a Head Start classroom, OR three (3) months experience at a community based child care center, or home child care center, OR completed one (1) term of child development classes.
• Familiar with, or experience working with Childcare and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Requirements.

Required Licensing or Other Special Certifications:

• Current Oregon Food Handler Card (or acquired within 7 days from date of hire).
• Current Oregon Registry Step Certificate (or acquired within 90 days from date of hire).
• Current First Aid/CPR certification (or acquired within 30 days from date of hire).
• All state licensing requirements for a classroom staff (or acquired within 30 days from date of hire).

Required Physical Demands of Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Under Oregon statute, after July 1, 1996, an offer of employment for this position is contingent upon the results of a criminal offender information record check and, possibly, fingerprinting, conducted on applicants for employment in early childhood services agencies. Applicants who have been convicted of certain offenses or who refuse to consent to such background checks will not be hired for this position.
• Kitchen (cold storage, hot stoves/ovens, sharp knives, etc.) and/or classroom environment.
• Operates stove, microwave, and other kitchen utensils used in the preparation of meals (including sharp knives, trays, storage racks, etc.)
• In normal work day, may stand/walk 4-6 hrs. per day and may require walking or standing to a significant degree with a degree of pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls.; may sit 2 - 3 hrs/day; may drive 1 hrs./wk; may use hands for repetitive grasping, pushing and pulling, fine manipulation 3-4 hrs. per day; may use hands at or above shoulder for 1/2 hrs per day;
• In normal work day may bend, or squat, frequently; climb occasionally;
• Work is medium in nature, lifting 50 lbs. Max. with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.;

How to Apply for this Position:

To be considered we must receive a completed Community Action Employment Application form. You are welcome to also include a cover letter and resume at your option. Transcripts may be required for certain positions. Applications can be completed on our website: www.caowash.org or you can print off the application to complete or pick up the application form at either of our following locations:

Hillsboro 1001 SW Baseline St, Hillsboro OR 97123

Beaverton 5050 SW Griffith Dr, Suite 101, Beaverton OR 97005

Be sure to submit your application in a timely manner. If you choose not to complete an online application, you can send your completed application form, optional resume and cover letter and any other required documents via fax at 503.400.3691. If you prefer to mail your application be sure to mail attention Human Resources at the Hillsboro office address above.

All application submissions will be acknowledged with a receipt notification. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you.

All current Community Action employees are encouraged to apply for openings at Community Action which they are interested in. For current employees, some qualifications may be met by an equivalent combination or education and experience at the discretion of the employer.

COMMUNITY ACTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Community Action is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state equal employment opportunity laws. Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and selection process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.

Note: Community Action Organization reserves the right to modify, interpret or apply this job description as needed. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties (including essential duties), and skills to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not a contract implied or otherwise and the employment relationship remains at-will. The aforementioned requirements may be subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified persons with disabilities. All positions are contingent upon funding and successful passing of all required background checks, required registry checks and physical screenings if required.

All staff in positions which regularly require driving either company or personal vehicles while performing work on behalf of Community Action are required to provide Human Resources proof of a valid driver's license for a motor vehicle record check both at hire and annually thereafter. Human Resources will conduct a motor-vehicle record. These records will be held as confidential records in Human Resources. All accidents will be reported to Human Resources within 48 hours.