Head Start food service tech

Posted 14 days ago

south plains community action associationLubbock (TX)

Food Science Technicians Food Service Contractors

SENIORITY

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About the role

Head Start Food Service TechThis position entails mainly specific tasks that are technical and diverse in nature and requires the capacity for judgment and the ability to work with others to accomplish program goals and objectives and integration of program activities to achieve comprehensive program services for eligible children and families. Regular work hours are 8 am to 5 pm, however extended hours may be required. SPCAA staff must be able to adapt to flexible work schedules as established by management. Head Start is committed to establishing a learning environment in which children, parents, and staff can teach and learn from one another. To accomplish this goal, staff must display sensitivity to and knowledge of the community's cultural differences and issues. All Head Start shall agree to abide by the program's standards of conduct introduced during pre-service and/or orientation. Employee orientation, pre-service and in-service training are provided in order to assist staff and volunteers in acquiring or increasing the knowledge and skills needed to fulfill their job responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions:

Assists in the provision of quality Nutrition services that meet or exceed Head Start Performance Standards. The Head Start Act, ongoing guidance from the Office of Head Start, USDA, and Child Care Regulations, by developing and implementing policies and procedures.
Assist and train cooks in planning menu to incur food from each food group and provide one-on-one training for new cooks. to include kitchen set-up, menu changes, placing of food orders and inventory.
Maintain and submit accurate and timely reports and data to the CACFP program
Other Responsibilities or Job Duties:
Submit timesheets accurately and timely
Ensure any on-the-job accidents are reported immediately and followed-up with appropriate forms.
Report any suspected fraud and abuse to the direct supervisor or SPCAA Fraud and Abuse Officer.

Qualifications:

Associates Degree in related field preferred. Two years' experience in job field may be substituted for one year of college if approved by the Executive Director.
Certified Food Manager Certification required (Food Techs not certified will be scheduled for training within one month of hire)
Knowledge of food service requirements, including sanitation, storage, preparation, and disposal.
Computer skills preferred
Available for some nights and weekend work
Must be willing to take and pass a drug/alcohol test and comply with the "Drug Free": Agency PolicyMust be able to pass regular criminal history checks.
Must submit to TB tests as required.
Must possess ability to provide reliable self-transportation capable of regional travel.
Must possess and maintain valid Texas motor vehicle operator's permit of appropriate classification and endorsement as required. Must agree to maintain a satisfactory MVR and minimum requirement of insurability as required by law. MVR background checks may be conducted by the agency.
Must comply with the Health Requirements and Preventative Health Practices procedure.

Physical Demands:

The usual requirements in an office environment may require lifting boxes of supplies, equipment, and occasional adjustments of office furniture
Occasional pushing, pulling. lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds
Regularly required to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time
Occasional bending or squatting required

Work Environment: Noise level could be moderate to loud in working in center. Ability to work in close quarters. Ability to drive, occasionally long distances

Travel Requirements: Normal to heavy travel – ability to travel for activities such as on-site technical assistance, meetings, classes, and workshops in and out of the service area. Job Location Lubbock, Texas 79416

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