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.
Job Features
| Job Category | Non-Exempt |
| Division | Business Services |
| Department | spoonFULL Nutrition Services |
| Salary Range | $31,200 – $40,073 |