Food Service Aide

Job Title: Food Service Aide Pay Range: $15.33 hourly Who We are: At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive. Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it. Position Summary: The Food Service Aide is responsible for the delivery of nutrition services for children enrolled in the Early Head Start and Head Start program. This includes the preparation of meals, implementation of classroom nutrition activities, and maintenance of kitchen cleanliness and inventory. Essential Functions: The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list may not be inclusive of all job responsibilities and are subject to change based on business needs with or without notice. Food Preparation, Nutrition & Meal Service Prepare meals according to program menus, nutrition guidelines, and food safety requirements.Prepare serving carts in alignment with Family Style Dining principles.Promote healthy eating habits by engaging with children and supporting classroom nutrition activities.Receive deliveries and verify accuracy of food and supply orders. Kitchen Operations & Safety Standards Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment in accordance with local, state, and national health and safety regulations.Complete daily cleaning and sanitation of dishes, utensils, equipment, and kitchen areas.Ensure kitchen operations support program quality and food safety standards. Documentation & Regulatory Compliance Complete required documentation accurately and within established timelines.Ensure compliance with Bauer policies, State Licensing requirements, Head Start Program Performance Standards, and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) regulations. Collaboration & Professional Development Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development opportunities, including: Twice-monthly staff meetingsMonthly Professional Development DaysQuarterly All-Agency meetingsAnnual Pre-Service training QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required. The individual must be able to successfully pass routine background checks. Education/Certification/Licensure: High school diploma or equivalentMust maintain a valid driver's license and meet requirements set by insurance carrier at all times. Experience Required: Previous experience in the food industry is preferred. Knowledge and Skills Required: Commitment to serving children and families in poverty with the highest quality servicesWillingness to learn and apply new knowledgeStrong communication skills, both written and verbalBasic math skillsAbility to document worktime in web-based system Our Workplace Culture: At Bauer Family Resources, every person is supported to bring their most authentic self to work and enable them to do the best work of their life. We are a culture grounded by collaboration, personal growth and well-being. We care about each other, ourselves, our communities and the environment which we live in. We respect all with humility and patience. Bauer Family Resources does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in a group or class protected by local, state and federal government laws. At Bauer we encourage diversity and promote equality. Full-time employees (30+ hrs/week) enjoy: Health & Financial Wellness Medical, Dental & Vision insuranceMatching 401(k)Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFree mental health coverage + Telehealth Services Time Off & Support 10 paid holidays + Paid Time OffPaid bereavement leaveReflective supervision & wellness programsReferral bonuses Position-based perks may also include: Early Childhood Education scholarshipsPaid professional developmentCell phone & mileage reimbursement, for select positions BauerFamilyResources, Inc.isanEqual Opportunity& Affirmative Action Employer. Bauer Family Resources is a Drug-Free Workplace