Child Care Culinary Specialist

Apple Tree Kids•Chesepeake City, VA

1d•$33,280 - $42,000

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Child Care Director the cook will provide a safe, clean and sanitary kitchen, delivering meals as directed by the provided menu. The cook will participate in classroom ratios as well as helping Directors with ongoing tasks as assigned. Classroom/Kitchen time ratio will be approximately 25% / 75%.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school Diploma of GED.
Minimum age requirement of 18 years.
Requirements within 30 days of hire include completion of: CPR, First Aid, and Virginia Pre-service Training.
Positive role model with strong leadership, conflict resolution, and supervisory responsibilities of all program areas.
A current negative TB test and satisfactory criminal record check and Child Protective Services check are required.
Ability to relate effectively with diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Must possess oral, auditory, and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.

Responsibilities

Prepare morning snack, lunch and afternoon snacks for all classrooms
Serve meals to each classroom on time, at the appropriate temperature
Work with staff to collect meal numbers before food preparation of each meal
Prepare appropriate amounts of food for each classroom, with amounts served meeting USDA guidelines
Make weekly food orders through vendors
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including all food storage areas
Make sure all thermometers are working properly
Ensure all food items are checked for expiration dates
Wash and sanitize all dishes
Clean the entire kitchen and appliances throughout the day
Remove trash and recyclables daily
Organize and put away all groceries, food orders and non-food items labeling all items without original packaging dates.
Protect the privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to families, children, team members, administration, and Board of Directors
Build positive relationships and communicate in a respectful manner with children, teachers, administration, and Board of Directors.