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Food Program Assistant Jobs in Mount Laurel, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Submit attendance and POS records to food program by deadlines * Prep, heat, serve all meals and ... Employee Assistant Program * Family Planning Benefits (including cash benefit to assist with IVF ...

Submit attendance and POS records to food program by deadlines * Prep, heat, serve all meals and ... Employee Assistant Program * Family Planning Benefits (including cash benefit to assist with IVF ...

Kitchen Coordinator

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$15.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Submit attendance and POS records to food program by deadlines * Prep, heat, serve all meals and ... Employee Assistant Program * Family Planning Benefits (including cash benefit to assist with IVF ...

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How much do food program assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for food program assistant in Mount Laurel, NJ is $45,279.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,100.00 and $47,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Food Program Assistant vs Food Service Worker?

AspectFood Program AssistantFood Service Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require food safety certificationHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, government programs, community centersRestaurants, cafeterias, catering services
Employer & IndustryPublic health agencies, community programsFood service industry, hospitality
Job FocusAssisting with food program administration, client support, and compliancePreparing, serving, and cleaning up food in a service setting

While both roles involve working with food, the Food Program Assistant primarily supports food assistance programs and administrative tasks, whereas the Food Service Worker focuses on food preparation and service in a direct customer-facing environment.

$36K - $46K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Description
Maternal and Family Health Services' programs touch the lives of over 90,000 people each year and empower individuals and families of diverse backgrounds to lead healthier lives. Our mission of empowerment, inclusion, and caring extends to our valued staff as well. We are better together because of our diversity, recognition of differences as strengths, and commitment to providing a culture of acceptance internally as well as to the people we serve.
Working to meet the health and nutritional needs of women, children and families with information, education, and quality care, MFHS is currently seeking a full time Program Assistant for our Bristol WIC location.
JOB SUMMARY
The Program Assistant is responsible for the collection of data and the performance of screenings for client eligibility determination. The position performs duties to assure the delivery of WIC benefits and nutrition education to eligible clients in accordance with organizational goals and program procedures.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Explain the purpose of the program and provide an overview of what to expect during the appointment. Explain the "WIC Rules" and "Participant's Rights and Responsibilities".
  • Verify identification and residency of all applicants/participants; verify income eligibility; ask about voter registration status.
  • Perform and record hematological and anthropometric measurements.
  • Provide and document nutrition and breastfeeding contacts according to policy.
  • Provide food instruments and explain the food list and procedure for use of E-WIC card.
  • Provide and document appropriate and required referrals to clients.
  • Schedule WIC appointments per set guidelines.
  • Attend regular training sessions and updates as directed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
  • Associates Degree preferred by not required
  • 1-3 years' experience preferred
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
  • Child Abuse, PA Criminal Record & FBI Clearances
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to perform operations with units involved in measuring and weighing
  • Basic math skills such as adding, subtraction, division and reducing fractions
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs. regularly
  • Constant standing, turning, twisting, reaching and sitting for long periods of time
  • Occasional pushing, pulling, squatting and walking