Hill Country Community Action Association, Inc.

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Center Aide FLSA STATUS: Non- Exempt

REPORTS TO: Center Director or Meal Service Cord. ASSIGNMENT DATE: _________________

DESIGNATED HEADQUARTERS: __________________

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Center Aide will assist in the kitchens as instructed and deliver meals to home bound clients or congregate sites as assigned. If stationed in a Senior Center, assist Center Director with center operations, filing, completing reports, and gathering data.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with preparing meals in accordance with regulations
• Assist with monitor temperatures for safe food handling and document results daily as assigned
• Assist in packaging meals for delivery to designated sites
• Take temperatures of menu items and document daily on meal delivery ticket as assigned
• Carry out proper cleaning and sanitation of utensils, pots, pans, dishes, dry storage bins and equipment, used in preparation and transportation of food if applicable.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area
• Removal of all waste products from the facility at least once daily
• Responsible for kitchen facility's janitorial duties, including washing of the walls, shelving, food carts and racks, cleaning bathroom daily as assigned by supervisor
• General maintenance and upkeep of kitchen equipment
• Transport and unload meals to designated meal sites/recipients – as needed per service site
• Daily inspection of meal delivery vehicle, ensuring routine maintenance is completed. (oil change, filters, tires - if agency vehicle is provided to worksite) – as needed per service site.
• Responsible for daily paper work and other reports applicable to the assigned route – as needed per service site
• Assist with inventory of all kitchen equipment and food products as assigned
• Post menus signed by a dietician in the kitchen and Center; include any substitutions as assigned
• Assist with cleaning the Center facility as needed
• Assist with maintaining site rosters including scanning into the CAP60 database as assigned
• Enter personal time worked in the Automated Time Keeping system (Employee Web Services)
• Attend trainings as required
• Perform other tasks as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or GED. Preferred: Experience in food handling and preparation and/or service delivery to the underprivileged or experience in HCCAA Programs.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to work as a team member; ability to communicate effectively, maintaining courtesy at all times; ability to be respectful of and work effectively with individuals from various ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, and cultural backgrounds. Be flexible and have well-developed interpersonal skills. Be able to maintain records and clearly understand written or verbal instruction. Ability to learn computer software as needed.

OTHER: Professional in manner and attire. No record of a conviction which would contraindicate employment; must have a valid Texas driver's license and a reliable vehicle with current vehicle liability insurance. Be non-judgmental Must comply with all HCCAA Policies and maintain confidentiality in all phases of agency operations. Have a current health card as required by public health laws.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

EQUIPMENT TO BE USED:

Kitchen equipment, computer, fax machine, 10-key calculator, copier, and telephone.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires standing, sitting, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds and some driving. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate kitchen equipment, standard office machines such as computers, fax machines, calculators, telephones, and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and vision.

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to handle new and diverse work problems on a daily basis. Personal maturity is an important attribute. Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. Must relate and interact with other employees. Bilingual skills are encouraged.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Rarely called upon to work outside of the normal 8-5 work day or work odd schedules. Occasional travel to staff meetings or workshops as required. All information associated with the Agency is confidential.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

Accrual of sick and vacation leave, health insurance, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, 125 Cafeteria Plan, up to 15 paid holidays per year. Options for employee paid benefits. Note: Eligibility for benefits is based on Personnel Policies & Procedures and benefits are subject to change.

FLSA STATUS DISCLAIMER:

FLSA status is based in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Any changes in the act which will affect the FLSA status will be adhered to. When wages exceed the position entry level due to tenure, the Exempt/Non-exempt status will be designated accordingly.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND RECEIPT:

I have read the Center Aide Job Description and acknowledge its receipt with my signature below. I feel that I am qualified and able to perform all duties as outlined. I also understand that any misrepresentation of facts regarding my qualifications is grounds for immediate termination. I understand that my job may not be limited to those listed as their exact nature may vary as program, project elements, and priorities change in the future. I understand that this job description may be updated as needed.

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Employee Printed Name

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Employee Signature Date

As supervisor of the Center Aid position, I have received a copy of this job description and acknowledge its receipt with my signature below.

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Supervisor Printed Name

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Supervisor Signature Date

Background & Criminal History Authorization

By submitting this application, I authorize [Company Name] to conduct a background investigation, which may include a criminal history check, in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). I understand that a criminal record does not automatically disqualify me from consideration. Each applicant is evaluated individually based on the nature of the offense, time elapsed, and relevance to the position.