Job Information
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF ATLANTIC Meal Site Assistant - Hammonton in Hammonton, New Jersey
Meal Site Assistant
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Jewish Community Center of Atlantic County and the Meal Site Coordinator/ Manager, the Meal Site Assistant is responsible for learning the day-to-day operations of the site and aiding in directing and operating an efficient, enjoyable and safe nutrition site to include proper food handling and sanitation, coordination of volunteers, care of the sites facilities during program hours, and coordination of site activities. A meal site assistant should be able to cover the site as a substitute if needed. A meal site assistant duties primarily include kitchen duties and help leading activities if needed. Each site is slightly different, so duties are dependent upon what the meal site manager needs assistance with based on the following itinerary.
* This position may be eligible to become the Site Manager *
Day to Day
Meals * Ensure all participants sign in upon arrival using the provided sign in sheets. * Maintains a weekly reservation sheet to be used to reserve meals a week in advance. * Organize a volunteer base to assist where necessary to achieve a well-run site. This can be in an administrative capacity or with food handling * Record temperature of all food upon arrival as well as no more than 15 mins prior to serving * Order supplies from county weekly with one emergency request per year. * No more than 5 percent deviation from reserved meal count monthly. * Deposit all donations daily to the Atlantic County maintained bank account.
Record Keeping * Maintains up to date and complete registration forms on all participants. * Have all participants sign in upon arrival. * Keep accurate daily, weekly, and monthly records. * Timely submission of reports- by the fifth of every month. * Keep accurate count of all donations.
Ongoing Responsibilities * Coordinate transportation for participants. * Coordinate/provide at least one non meal activity per day. * Completes a monthly calendar of events. * Interacts with and maintains a positive relationship with senior participants. * Provide a variety of recreational, informational, and/ or health related programs and activities such as the following: -- Education: discussion groups and approved speakers that promote personal enrichment and knowledge such as health, consumerism, retirement planning, the aging process, music, art, literacy and intergenerational programs. -- Physical activity: Planned and structured activities aimed at improving or maintaining a persons physical health. All instructors must possess the necessary credentials throughout education, experience or training. * Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local policies. * Ensure that the nutrition site complies with all applicable licensing laws and ordinances relating to food service operations, including Chapter XII of the State Sanitary Code
Minimum Qualifications: Education/Experience: One year experience working with this population (60 plus). Food service experience is a plus. Bi-lingual encouraged to apply.
- Must be organized and able to keep thorough and well-maintained records
- Must possess the ability to motivate others and work with a team
- Must pass background check
Agency Information: We are a non-profit, and there is lots of room for growth and learning opportunities.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Free Fitness Center membership - Medical, dental, and vision benefits for Full Time Employees
Paid sick and vacation time, for Full Time Employees
Candidates may apply online: https://www.jccworks.com/Search.htm?ID=A1980BA3 Questions? Call Sunnie Corona: 609-822-1167 ext 121
