Food Service -University Children's Learning Center

Food Service Employee – University Children’s Learning Center

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Work type:
Part-time Staff
Location:
Grand Forks
Categories:
Dining/Food Service

• $12.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• Less than 20 hours per week: 9:30‑11 AM and Noon to 2 PM (M‑F)
• 100% Remote Work Availability:
  No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus):
  No

To support cafeteria operations and facilitate safe, hygienic food service for children in the University Children’s Learning Center.

• Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Distribute food and beverages catered into UCLC from Wilkerson Dining Center.
  • Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the kitchen area.
  • Restock and clean classroom food service carts.
  • Wash and sanitize dishes.
  • Monitor and record food temperature and appliance temperature.
  • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Keep facilities clean and orderly, free from unnecessary objects.
• Assist in refilling supplies and assume responsibility for proper care of supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Notify an experienced teacher or member of the administration about the need for supplies or repairs on a regular basis.
• Assist with cleaning and tidying the Learning Center.
• Secondary Responsibilities, as needed
  • Assist in the implementation of developmentally appropriate planned activities that promote growth in all developmental domains.
    • Set a positive example of how learning is fun.
    • Assist children with activities to further their growth and development.
    • Assist with set‑up and clean‑up of activities.
    • Substitute for teacher, as needed.
  • Assist in maintaining the health and safety of children and the environment. This requires that one be agile and strong.
    • Assist in maintaining the daily routine that meets children’s need for rest, nutrition, quiet and active play, both in and outdoors, throughout the day. (Requires that one be able to play comfortably on the floor, sit on the floor for long periods of time, sit in child‑sized chairs at low table, hold children in one’s lap, and play outdoors for long periods of time in both hot and cold weather).
• Become knowledgeable of and carry out the University Children’s Learning Center policies and goals as outlined in the Teacher’s Guide.
• Become familiar with the Parent Guide.
• Work effectively, respectfully, and professionally with a team of colleagues.
• Uphold the code of professional /ethical conduct and maintain strict confidentiality of all children, families, and coworkers.
• Complete and maintain membership in Growing Futures ND.
• Attend workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or enroll in college courses that promote one’s professional growth, particularly related to food service in childcare.
• Practice use of ideas and knowledge acquired, sharing this information with other staff.
• Maintain familiarity and meet minimum requirements as indicated by the ND Child Care Center Early Childhood Services –Chapter 75‑03‑10, Licensing Rules and Regulations. Adhere to these policies to the best of your ability.
• Attend the appropriate amount of certified training annually.
• Conduct oneself in an appropriate manner to serve as a role model to young children, parents, colleagues, and the community.
• Maintain good personal hygiene and dress professionally for work.
• Assist in attaining staff cooperation and team effectiveness.
• Suggest constructive, appropriate ways of handling problems as they arise.
• Be respectful and courteous to children, families, coworkers, and visitors.
• Maintain good communication with all members of the Learning Center.
• Attend and participate in staff orientations and meetings.
• The day‑to‑day responsibilities of the food service employee may require lifting food storage containers and milk bags into the milk machine. Individuals should be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Successful completion of Criminal Background Check – includes fingerprinting.
• Upon being hired, enrollment in ND Growing Futures training program for childcare professional development, including a basic childcare course and a mandated reporter training.
• CPR/First Aid/AED training within the first 60 days…