Nutrition & Sanitation Clerk

Summary

The Nutrition & Sanitation Clerk plays a key role in ensuring a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for children and staff. This position is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks, maintaining sanitation standards in the kitchen and throughout the center, and assisting with food inventory and supply management. The role also includes light custodial duties, safety checks of indoor and outdoor areas, and providing support in classrooms and on the playground as needed.

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and committed to supporting the health and well‑being of young children through quality nutrition, cleanliness, and responsive care.

• Prepare and serve age‑appropriate meals and snacks according to the menus provided and food safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen; wash and store dishes, utensils, and appliances properly.
• Accurately complete grocery orders and required USDA/Agency food service forms; submit on time.
• Assist with food storage and inventory of paper products and cleaning supplies.
• Keep all areas of the center clean and sanitary, including floors, carpets, bathrooms, and equipment.
• Safely dispose of trash and conduct daily inspections of indoor and outdoor areas for hazards.
• Support classroom and playground supervision as needed to maintain proper adult‑to‑child ratios.
• Participate in required nutrition and sanitation training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of experience in maintenance, housekeeping, food service, or working in a school, childcare center, or children’s institution.
• Experience with food preparation is preferred.
• Must have a valid food handler certificate and health card.
• Able to interact professionally with staff and children.
• Must be able to read, speak, and understand English to follow instructions, complete forms, and manage inventory.
• Must pass a pre‑employment physical, periodic exams, TB test, and background check every 24 months.

Child Care Associates helps everyone succeed with high-quality early learning and child care. We give each child great learning tools, help their families pay for school, and train early learning teachers. Our whole‑child approach focuses not only on education but also health, nutrition, and family support. This makes sure every child who participates in our programs is on a path to a successful future.

Child Care Associates continues to support the success of children and families across the community by investing in teachers, quality child care, and better state systems.