JOB SUMMARY

The Nutrition & Grounds Associate supports daily operations by preparing, weighing, and staging food to exact specifications for timely meal delivery within the facility.

DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES

Cut and prepare food for internal transport (e.g., cut fruit, mix rice).
Weigh food to meet specified portions.
Transfer food to and from scales, buckets, and containers.
Sanitize buckets and containers.
Stage prepared food and containers for the next scheduled meal.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Replenish the food-storage area with designated products.
Regularly lift to 50 lbs.
Perform occasional groundskeeping tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

Must be able to read, write, and interpret documents in English including task descriptions, standard operating procedures, and other instructions.
Bilingual for Spanish is preferred, but not required
Must be able to interpret numbers and weight

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Proof of measles vaccination or updated titers prior to animal contact.
Current tuberculosis screening prior to animal contact; annual TB screening required.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and to stand/walk for extended periods; ability to kneel, crouch, or climb as needed.
Visual acuity to safely handle chemicals, cleaners, biologics, and sharps; successful N95 respirator fit test per SOPs.
Required to shower into barrier facilities and wear appropriate PPE as described by SOPs.
Ability to work at ambient temperatures that may exceed 90°F and outdoors as required.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposure to disinfectants, chemicals, biologics, infectious agents (BSL-1/BSL-2), animal dander, and dust.
Work outside; may encounter unpleasant odors; strict adherence to EHS practices required.

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