Food Service Associate

Do you want to utilize your food service experience in a meaningful new work environment?

Community Action Head Start is looking for a positive individual to join our team as a full time Food Service Associate! The Food Service Associate is responsible for preparing balanced, age-appropriate meals and snacks that meet the Child and Adult Food Program and Head Start nutrition guidelines. The Food Service Associate will work collaboratively with Food Service Lead, the Head Start Leadership team, and Head Start staff to support children’s growth, development, and readiness to learn by ensuring they receive safe, nutritious meals.

Starting Pay: $18.56/hour based on qualifications.

• Prepare and serve nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks following CACFP and Head Start guidelines.
• Accommodate food allergies, special diets, and cultural preferences with proper documentation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow all food safety, sanitation, and licensing regulations.
• Properly store food, monitor inventory, and follow temperature control procedures.
• Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, equipment, and food preparation areas.
• Receive and verify food deliveries; label, date, and store items correctly.
• Complete required food service records, certifications, and attend required trainings.

• High school diploma or its equivalent required.
• Two or more years of job-related experience or training in institutional or hospital food service department preferred.
• Training in quantity food preparation required.
• Must have or be able to obtain a current Food Handlers Restricted Shift Manager Permit.
• Ability to follow all kitchen and equipment safety requirements, precautions and standards.
• Skill in operating various types of kitchen equipment such as stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave and other equipment.
• Ability to communicate with others, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off plan and 14+ paid holidays.
• 401K with employer match.
• Education Assistance Program for continuing education.
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for federal student loans.
• Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Engaging work environment with friendly and supportive team members.
• Meaningful work that positively impacts families and children in our community.

Community Action Head Start gives children from at-risk backgrounds opportunities to build the skills they need to be successful in school and life. We work alongside children, families, and the community on the path to success. Services are provided at no cost to families.

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties is a private, not-for-profit organization with the belief that extraordinary employees have the power to positively transform lives and communities. We value people who are passionate, ethical, and dedicated to partnering with our community to fearlessly pursue anti-poverty solutions so we all may live well.

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, marital status, genetics, or any other status protected under federal and state law.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and we will be happy to assist. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.