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Kitchen Assistant-Nutrition Services Provider I

reach daneMadison, WI

2 days ago

Occupations

Food Preparation WorkersCooks, Institution and CafeteriaFirst-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

Industries

Food Service ContractorsCommunity Food ServicesPerishable Prepared Food Manufacturing

$16.31/hour

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About the role

Nutrition Service Provider ISupport Healthy Nutrition. Build Community. Grow Your Skills.
Location: East Madison - 30 Dempsey Road, Madison, WI Pay: $16.31/hour Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week/20 hours during summer break), Full Year Comprehensive Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays403(b) Retirement with Company Match After 2 Years Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer Work-Life Excellence & Professional GrowthTeam-based environment supporting multi-site operations Summer schedule reduction to 20 hours for better work-life balance Mentorship and guidance from experienced NSP III supervisor Experience with diverse, culturally responsive meal preparation Comprehensive professional development: ongoing coaching, paid continuing education, and credential support Career advancement pathways with organizational training support (NSP I to NSP II progression) Qualifications You'll NeedAge: Minimum 18 years old
Education: High school diploma or GED preferred
Experience: Minimum 1 year in food preparation
Core Skills: Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions, recipe following for Head Start compliance
Professional Competencies: Professional demeanor, ability to work with diverse populations
Language: Bilingual in Spanish or Hmong helpful
Additional: Experience with low-income and culturally diverse populations preferred
What You'll Do: As a Nutrition Service Provider I, you'll support nutritional excellence by:
  • Assisting in food preparation, service, and clean-up for children ages 0-5Preparing nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks following agency menu cycles
  • Following state and federal food service regulations and Head Start compliance guidelines
  • Supporting site sanitation and maintaining clean, safe food service environments
  • Working collaboratively under NSP III supervision in a team-based environment
  • Building positive relationships with children, families, and staff
Who We Are: At Reach Dane, we're reimagining early childhood education as a powerful tool for social transformation. Our commitment to equity and inclusion includes:
  • Recognizing nutrition as fundamental to children's learning and development
  • Celebrating cultural diversity through inclusive, representative meal preparation
  • Supporting career development from entry-level to advanced positions
  • Building teams that reflect the rich diversity of our community
  • Join Our Mission
Begin or advance your food service career while making a meaningful difference in children's nutrition and development in a supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth. Reach Dane is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$16.31/hour

Experience level

Entry

Location

Madison, WI

Occupation

Food Preparation Workers

Industry

Food Service Contractors

Posted

2 days ago

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