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Bezos Academy is seeking a Food Service Assistant in Tacoma, WA, to manage food preparation and service for children at their preschool, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and dietary regulations. The role involves various kitchen duties, as well as supporting classroom activities and school operations.
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Job Summary
The role involves managing all aspects of food preparation and service to provide nutritious, compliant meals to children in a tuition-free preschool setting.
Employees receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match, and paid parental leave.
The position requires full ownership of kitchen operations, ensuring strict adherence to USDA requirements, Bezos Academy policies, and local childcare regulations.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Bezos Academy is seeking a Food Service Assistant in Tacoma, WA, to manage food preparation and service for children at their preschool, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and dietary regulations. The role involves various kitchen duties, as well as supporting classroom activities and school operations.
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Salary
Base: $19-28 per hour ($39,000 - $58,000 annually); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with 4% match, paid time off
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
CACFP-compliant meal preparation
USDA food safety protocol adherence
Daily food inventory and waste tracking
Kitchen sanitation and equipment maintenance
English fluency required
Nice-to-have
Montessori pedagogy experience
Spanish language fluency
Special needs dietary accommodation knowledge
Early childhood education background
Vendor performance management skills
Key Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Active and current food worker card
Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families trainings
Experience in institutional or regulated kitchen settings
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Work Rights
Must pass background checks and complete state trainings