Nutrition Assistant

We believe in the potential of young women and the ability to restore choice. Through nurturing relationships and challenging experiences, young women and their families discover hope, passion, and perseverance in the face of life's adversity._________________________________________________________________________________________________Part Time| Benchmark Eligible_________________________________________________________________________________________________Discovery Ranch South is a relationship-based residential treatment center built on a beautiful, private ranch near Three Peaks Recreational Park and overlooking Cedar City, Utah. We work with teenage girls who are struggling with behavioral, mental, and substance abuse disorders. Through our evidence-based experiential approach, our students and their families start their healing journey.We are a leading educational institution dedicated to fostering a healthy and supportive environment for students. We prioritize nutrition and well-being, recognizing the significant impact it has on the overall student experience. As part of our commitment to excellence, we are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Nutrition Assistant to join our team.The Nutrition Assistant will play a vital role in ensuring the planning, preparation, and service of nutritious meals for our students, with a focus on special holidays, events, and accommodating various dietary needs. This position involves collaborating closely with the Nutrition Director and participating in a variety of tasks related to food planning and execution.Duties include: Special Holiday and Event Planning:Plan and organize meals for special holidays, birthdays, recreational activities, working weekends, and religious/cultural holidaysCollaborate with the Nutrition Director to ensure menus align with dietary preferences and restrictionsPLP Job Execution:Oversee the planning, organizing, and execution of PLP (Peer Leadership Program) jobs related to food servicesCollaborate with team members to ensure successful implementation of PLP tasksMeal Preparation:Cook dinners on weekdays, ensuring high-quality and nutritious mealsAssist in the preparation and cooking of meals for students with special dietary needs and allergiesCollaborate with the Nutrition Director to meet individual nutritional requirementsFood Safety and Quality Standards:Ensure that all meals meet necessary safety and quality standardsPerform tasks related to the safe and hygienic handling of food, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environmentStock Management:Take careful stock of ingredients for future orders, ensuring an efficient and well-supplied kitchenCollaborate with the nutrition director to manage inventory effectivelyCollaboration and Communication:Collaborate with the nutrition director to plan and prepare nutritious meals that align with dietary guidelinesSet up and clean dining areas for students, creating a welcoming and sanitary environmentServe families. Help empower young women. Come be a part of the healing journey.Work at Discovery Ranch for Girls.Requirements19+ years of ageHigh School diploma or equivalentEligible to work in the USAAble to pass background checkPrevious experience in a similar role, preferably in a school or institutional settingKnowledge of dietary restrictions, allergies, and specialized dietsStrong organizational and multitasking skillsAbility to collaborate effectively with a diverse teamKnowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelinesBenefitsFree Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Benchmark programSignificant discounts for hundreds of professional gear brandsMake a real differnece to families and teenagers in needClose to many State and National Parks and MonumentsClose to Ski Resorts