Food Service Assistant

Food Service Assistant

Help nourish young minds, one meal at a time!

Location: KidsPoint C Street – 5830 C Street SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Organizational Overview:

For over 130 years, Waypoint has been dedicated to inspiring people to move forward. We continuously evolve to meet the ever-changing needs of individuals, children, and families in our community through a variety of services and resources. Through this work, we remain devoted to improving lives and strengthening our community.

Waypoint Values

• Having Compassion
• Instilling Ownership
• Empowering People
• Embracing Diversity

Position Summary:

Join our child care team as a Food Service Assistant, where you'll play a key role in preparing nutritious meals and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment for children. This hands-on position combines food preparation, teamwork, and a commitment to supporting the health and well-being of young learners.

Pay & Schedule

Starting Pay: $15/hr

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-5:45pm

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hrs/week

Shift: 7am-4pm

Benefits That Support You

• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & Disability
• FSA & HSA options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Why You'll Love This Job

• Make a meaningful impact
• Caring, mission-driven team
• Consistent schedule
• No nights or weekends

What You'll Do

As a Food Service Assistant, you will prepare meals while maintaining a clean kitchen environment to support the health and well-being of children.

In this role, you will:

• Prepare and serve nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children each day
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and food preparation areas
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Monitor and restock food supplies, supporting basic inventory needs
• Follow food safety guidelines and proper meal preparation procedures
• Communicate with the Food Service Lead about kitchen needs or issues
• Assist with daily kitchen upkeep, including laundry and cleaning supplies
• Create a welcoming, safe food service environment that supports children's daily routines

What You'll Bring

Successful candidates are dependable, detail-oriented individuals who take pride in maintaining a clean, efficient kitchen while positively contributing to a team-focused, child-centered environment.

You'll thrive in this role if you are:

• Reliable and punctual, with a strong sense of responsibility
• Clean, organized, and take pride in food safety
• Positive and team-oriented, with a willingness to help others
• Detail-oriented and follow routines
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Respectful and effective in your communication with coworkers
• Self-motivated and able to work independently when needed
• Compassionate and supportive of children and families
• Aligned to Waypoint's values: Have Compassion, Instill Ownership, Empower People, and Embrace Diversity

Requirements

To be successful in this role, it is preferred that you have:

• 2 years of food service experience
• Experience working in a child care, school, or similar setting
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation standards and inventory support

It is required that you have:

• High school diploma, GED, or currently working toward completion
• ServSafe certification or a willingness to obtain
• Ability to pass a Waypoint/HHS Non-Law Enforcement Records Check
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet insurance requirements
• Ability to follow food safety standards and workplace procedures
• Ability to perform physical duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds