Job Title: SpoonFULL Nutrition Services Assistant
Job Summary:
Assist in preparing food, preparing food, and cleaning the kitchen.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Treat information on CCSA clients, employees or Board members in a confidential manner.
Ability to stand for 4+ hours at a time, and ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally, 20 to 40 pounds several times a day
Prepare foods by following a recipe and perform basic math computations to size the recipe
Portion out prepared food
Sort food items and pack for delivery
Put stock away (and/or help with shopping)
Maintain Health Department Standards during food preparation
Answer the phone and talk to customers (child care providers)
Clean the kitchen area (wash pots, sweep and mop the floor, clean work tables, shelves, sinks and refrigerators)
Deliver the food, as requested
Perform other duties as assigned by agency leadership
Special Skills:
Effective oral and written communication skills with internal and external clients
Practice of good health and hygiene habits
Ability to follow directions, but initiate a task when it is clear that the next step should be taken
Ability to maintain regular working hours, be prompt and dependable
Education and Experience Requirements:
High School diploma
One year kitchen experience
Current TB test (renewed annually)
Special Working Requirements:
An automobile at his/her disposal; a valid, non-suspended NC driver’s license and a current automobile liability policy with continuous coverage. Reasonable accommodations may be made at agency’s discretion.
Must be able to manipulate and operate office supplies and equipment. Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.
No substantiation or criminal conviction of child abuse or neglect
Some positions may require need for flexible schedules, including potential evening and weekend work
Must adhere to established health and safety protocols when onsite at CCSA’s physical office locations
If working remotely or approved for a hybrid work arrangement, must have dependable internet access and a home environment conducive for remote work.
Some positions may require regional/statewide/national daytime and/or overnight travel
CCSA Benefits:
CCSA has a generous benefits package. Permanent employees that work at least 20 hours per week are eligible for benefits. Some of the benefits we offer include:
Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
Health, dental, vision and life insurance
Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employer contribution to 401k Retirement Plan
Paid annual and sick leave
15 paid days of holiday leave
Paid child Involvement Leave
Paid discretionary leave
Employee Assistance Program
Child Care Tuition payments
And more…
CCSA also offers many fringe benefits. Some of the fringe benefits include:
Commitment to diversity and equity
Casual dress work environment
Hybrid work schedules / flexible schedules
Direct deposit
Standing and emergency payroll advances
Child Care Referral assistance
And more…
CCSA has been awarded Living Wage Employer Certifications in Orange and Durham Counties, and is a Family Forward NC Certified Employer.
Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background check. CCSA is no longer requiring the COVID-19 vaccine for employment due to the fact that there is significantly less risk of severe illness. However, CCSA strongly recommends that employees receive this vaccination in order to minimize the risk of infections in our workplace.
