COOK (MSHS - Seasonal Full Time) Burley
About The Position
This position is considered Seasonal Full-Time, with an approximate start date in March/April and running through December, including some downtime during the off-peak period. The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals in compliance with the 6-week cycle menu and other applicable, state, and federal standards. This role ensures compliance with food preparation and applicable sanitation standards and state regulations, maintains food item receipts, menu production records, and meal counts. The Cook also supervises and monitors Cook Aide(s) and volunteers, operates kitchen equipment safely, and maintains adequate inventory of kitchen supplies, food, and equipment. They must follow food budget guidelines, including local and vendor food purchasing and price comparisons, measure ingredients, follow recipes, and perform basic mathematical functions. Additionally, the Cook follows dietary guidelines and individualized meal plans, coordinates food delivery to classrooms, assists Teachers with food preparation and nutritional lessons, and implements center emergency procedures. The role requires the ability to meet deadlines, maintain organizational skills, and uphold confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records, performing all duties in accordance with CC Idaho policies, procedures, and safety practices.
Requirements
- Must obtain Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of hire
- One-year experience in a commercial kitchen and/or school/child care kitchen setting.
- Current driver's license and proof of auto insurance
- Must pass physical examination and background checks, including state day care clearance
- Must obtain clearance of Tuberculosis
- Must obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to read, speak, and write in both English/Spanish in a business setting
- One to three months with related experience or training
- Basic computer skills
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals in compliance with the 6-week cycle menu and other applicable, state, and federal standards
- Ensure compliance with food preparation and applicable sanitation standards and state regulations
- Maintain all food item receipts, menu production records and meal counts
- Supervise and monitor the Cook Aide(s) and volunteers
- Safely operate kitchen and food preparation equipment and tools
- Maintain and ensure adequate inventory of kitchen supplies, food and equipment
- Follow food budget guidelines, including local and vendor food purchasing and price comparisons
- Measure ingredients, follow recipes, and perform basic mathematical functions
- Follow dietary guidelines and individualized meal plans
- Coordinate food delivery to classrooms
- Assist Teachers with the preparation of food and nutritional lessons and activities
- Implement center emergency procedures
- Meet deadlines
- Maintain organizational skills and ability to maintain records
- Maintain standards of confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records
- Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with CC Idaho policies, procedures, and safety practices
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- 401K
- Basic Life
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Educational leave
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
