Cook, Temporary

Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County•Santa Maria, CA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Our Cook prepares and serves nutritious hot meals appropriate for children, parents, and staff in Children’s Services Program. The cook prepares approximately 80-120 meals a day and is responsible for purchasing necessary food items at a local grocery store. The agency offers a positive work environment and the ability to balance work and home. This is a temporary position, working as needed, with a starting pay between $18.00 - $19.00 per hour, serving the Santa Maria, Guadalupe area.

Requirements

Knowledge in using food slicer, food mixer, knives, dish washer, food scales and other equipment normally associated with an institutional kitchen and safety precautions for using this equipment.
Two years’ experience as a kitchen helper with CommUnify or comparable experience in food preparation for groups, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of Internet software.
Knowledge of Word Processing software.
Current Valid California Driver's License.
Proof of insurance with ability to qualify for coverage under Agency insurance plan.
Must hold or obtain ServSafe certificate.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Follows appropriate fiscal procedures in order to obtain kitchen equipment and supplies as needed.
Completes accurate daily documentation and monthly reports of meals served.
Prepares and serves daily nutritious hot meals and snacks that meet CACFP guidelines.
Cleans kitchen facilities, washes dishes, pots and pans following the meal.
Helps take physical inventory of food and kitchen supplies.
May be required to use personal transportation to purchase food supplies.
Attends regular meetings and trainings as assigned.
Maintain a sanitary and clean kitchen on a daily basis.
Must be conscious of grocery purchases to ensure best cost and quality for items.
Engages with coworkers, parents, volunteers, and children in a friendly and professional manner.
Participates in monthly staff meeting and case conferencing as integral team member in planning and communication.
Must be sensitive to children with special needs, the needs of low-income families, and cultural diversity.
Is aware of all center’s children with food allergies, and ensures they receive the doctor recommended substitutions.
Perform related duties as required.