Student Employee - Kitchen Assistant

Assist in the preparation and delivery of nutritious meals for the infants, children and staff of the childcare facility, to include breakfast, lunch and snack. Support cook in maintaining a sanitary and safe kitchen. Assist with the center's laundry and toy wash for the classrooms. Assist in the preparation of meals, to include proper handling of meats, vegetables and fruit; to include the mixing and baking of various quick breads. Support the other kitchen staff members in maintaining a sanitary kitchen. Aid in ensuring the proper serving meals and milk to the classrooms; to include appropriate portion sizes for the different age groups. Aid in assuring that children with allergies are served correctly. Deliver meals to the designated area within each classroom. Collect trays and dishes from classrooms at the end of each meal; assist with washing according to defined state guidelines. Put away dishes when they are dry. Help with center's laundry and toy wash. Must be at least 18 years of age Have the ability to speak, read and write in English Have the ability to communicate with clients from diverse backgrounds Must pass physical examination, have required immunization Must pass criminal background screening Friendly, outgoing, and motivated Cooking experience preferred. •Student Employees/Teachers hired through Financial Aid would not be eligible to drive University-owned vehicles or transport children in their private vehicles.