Job Information
HILL COUNTRY COMMUNITY ACTION Head Start Nutrition Aide in Lampasas, Texas
Hill Country Community Action Association, Inc.
Early Head Start Job Description
JOB TITLE
: Early Head Start Nutrition Aide (12 months) FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO
: Teacher/Director
ASSIGNMENT DATE: _
DESIGNATED HEADQUARTERS
: __
POSITION SUMMARY
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The EHS Nutrition Aide will be responsible for the daily production of nutritious, child-friendly meals, which meet the requirements of the Child and Adult Care Food Program and completing all required documentations related to their job. Special attention is required to fulfill special diet requests from medical professionals and Registered Dietitians. The EHS Nutrition Aide will also assist classroom staff in keeping children safe.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
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Review menus for needed supplies and determine the amount of food needed by completing a food production estimate on the food program management software.
Purchasing approved supplies at local stores or approved vendors, depending on the amount needed. Strive to be well organized to avoid daily trips to the store.
Prepare Purchase summaries and keep copies of receipts.
Review labels to ensure special diet requirements and CACFP requirements are met.
Inventory, label, and properly store food.
Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks for the children in care in a safe and sanitary manner, following health and safety requirements.
Record food temperatures.
Complete the required documentation to meet CACFP requirements.
Keep proper and up-to-date inventory of all kitchen equipment and products.
Keep copies of food labels and CN labels
Clean and sanitize work area, kitchen and eating area as required in the nutrition Procedure Manual.
Attend monthly staff meetings to share and receive information on special dietary requirements, edited menus, special feeding requirements for infants, needs, and concerns. Update special diet requirements as required by Child Care Licensing.
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