Conversion Position

Oregon Child Development Coalition•Ontario, NY

2d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Cook in purchasing, preparing and delivering food products, cleaning of kitchen facilities, and maintaining sanitary standards in compliance with USDA guidelines, sanitation safety rules and procedures. The Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is a nonprofit organization serving children and families across Oregon through early education and family support programs. At OCDC, our work has purpose. Every role contributes to creating stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures for children across Oregon.

Requirements

Experience working in meal preparation and planning.

Responsibilities

Preparing a variety of foods that are culturally and age appropriate.
Purchasing, preparation and inventory process.
Assisting in the maintenance of food service records and other documentation in compliance with USDA regulations.
Delivering food service in a safe, healthy and timely manner with the least disruption to the classroom.
Maintaining the First-In/First-Out (FIFO) system of food usage.
Ensuring food quality by checking for proper temperature of food.
Ensuring that the environment for food preparation and service is maintained in a sanitary condition.
Keeping the kitchen and storage areas clean and safe, such as dishwashing and kitchen clean up.
Maintaining record of food used daily.
Keeping information confidential.
Complying with agency safety standards.
Supporting participation of a safe environment.
Immediately reporting any unsafe or hazardous working conditions and/or any injury.
Participating in fire drills and assisting in the evacuation of the children.
Attending staff meetings, parent meetings, and other meetings as required.
Substituting for Cook when necessary.
Fostering an understanding of Head Start, its mission, goals, objectives, and program services.
Performing other work related or assigned duties.