Center Nutrition Aide

Description

Company name: Philadelphia Corporation for Aging

Title of position: CENTER NUTRITION AIDE

Position type: Part-Time, Non - Exempt

Pay range: $19.63/Hour – $27.48/Hour (Varies based on experience)

Location: Firehouse Active Adult Center

Department: Community Engagement

THE ORGANIZATION

A private nonprofit organization founded in 1973, Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) is a large agency that is part of the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) nationwide network. Founded as a result of the federal Older Americans Act, the AAAs are mandated to “facilitate the area-wide development and implementation of a comprehensive, coordinated system for providing long-term care in home and community-based settings, in a manner responsive to the needs and preferences of older individuals and their family caregivers.” PCA carries out this mission through advocacy, stewardship of public funding, planning, development and administration of programs, and service coordination.

The mission of PCA is to improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians and those with disabilities and assist them in achieving the greatest possible levels of health, independence, and productivity.

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental coverage
• Flexible spending plan (health and dependent care)
• EAP, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax commuting, and parking benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and optional employee pre-tax contributions.
• Annual paid time off and vacation will be based upon tenure (Note: vacation and personal days are front loaded and are pro-rated if date of hire is not January 1st; sick days are accrued based on hours worked).  

Description of Role: Under the supervision of the Center Director, the Center Nutrition Aide supports the daily operation of the Center's nutrition program including Grab and Go meals, congregate meals. The position is responsible for food receiving, meal preparation, inventory, and kitchen sanitation. The Center Nutrition Aide ensures that food handling, sanitation, and meal service activities are performed in accordance with established PCA procedures and food safety requirements. 

Requirements

Required Education and Experience: 

Education:

• High school or vocational school graduate or equivalent.

Experience:

• Experience working in a food service or production facility preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Receive and check the food for proper temperature when it arrives from the caterer and before it is served and record on appropriate forms.
2. Complete all required forms and documentation. 
3. Oversee the volunteers that work in the kitchen and keep a daily log sheet of their time. Ensure the volunteers are logging their hours in Copilot through the touch screen.
4. Keep an accurate account of items and supplies received from the caterer.
5. Oversee and assist with the clean-up after meal hours.
6. Maintain a clean and orderly work area and kitchen.
7. Review and discuss menus with the Center Director and work with the Program Coordinator to develop festive meal ideas and chef guided meals. 
8. Follows all safe food handling requirements.
9. Ensure all staff and volunteers working in the kitchen attend the monthly trainings and document for file.
10. Attends quarterly menu reviews (in person and virtual) and provide updates and holiday meal schedules to the Center Director.
11. Follows all center procedures for meal reservations and lunch service.
12. Responsible for preparing the Grab and Go lunches for pick up.
13. Maintain a file of the caterer meal delivery slips and distribute to appropriate center staff. Return the pink meal slips via the PCA Courier the first courier day of the new month.
14. Responsible for preparing items, maintaining the inventory, notifying center director of supply needs, and operating the breakfast program.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Professional Characteristics: 

• Dependable.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Possesses basic communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to relate to older adults.

Additional requirements:

1. Pre-employment physical
2. Drug testing
3. Criminal history clearance
4. Basic math and reading skills. 
5. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
6. Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation and safety practices a plus.
7. Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
8. SERV Safe Certification required at hire 

For information on Philadelphia Corporation for Aging, including more information on our company culture, visit our website at https://www.pcacares.org/

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement that their application has been. Those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

 It is the policy of Philadelphia Corporation for Aging to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Furthermore, it is the company policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.