Cook (SS-45200)

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION

16h • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a non-exempt position. This position is responsible for the USDA food service program for 10-60 children ages three through five, enrolled in the Head Start center. Overall supervision of the kitchen, including food ordering, records production, safety and sanitation.

Requirements

• Requires to possess a High School Diploma or GED.
• Requires to possess and maintain a valid State Driver’s License and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance.
• Requires to successfully clear an extensive Criminal History Background Inquiry that indicates no conviction(s) of crimes involving a child or other serious offenses. Continued employment is contingent upon clearance on an on-going basis.
• Requires to have maintained a substance free lifestyle for the last year (1) and continue maintaining during employment, and be willing to sign and adhere to the Tribes Substance Abuse Policy and the Head Start’s Healthy Lifestyle Policy in addition to submitting to program testing procedures.
• Requires to possess, or be able to obtain a First Aid/CPR Certification within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Requires to possess, or be able to obtain a Food Handler’s permit, TB Test, and Health Clearance within ten (10) days of employment.
• Requires to possess education/work experience that demonstrates the ability to make mathematical computations accurately and keep routine written records.
• Requires work experience reflecting the ability to cook and order supplies for large groups of people.
• Requires work experience reflecting the ability to plan meals that are nutritious to children according to Head Start Food Service Criteria, performance standards, and USDA-CCFP and SPI requirements.
• Requires experience reflecting the ability to supervise cooking operations and kitchen staff.
• Requires demonstrated experience with monitoring and auditing reports for compliance review.
• Requires the ability to provide nutrition education to staff, students, and parents on a continual basis.
• Requires to possess the ability to incorporate cultural foods into the Food Service Program.
• Requires to be able to perform various janitorial duties to ensure a safe and sanitary environment

Responsibilities

• Overall supervision of the kitchen, including food ordering, records production, safety and sanitation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees