Cook
PathStone Corporation•Aspers, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Summary Purpose for the Position: Responsible for all phases of center food services program including, but not limited to, purchase and preparation of large quantities of food, proper food storage, utilization, sanitation, documentation and inventory in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards, licensing requirements, and corporate policies and procedures.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED, Food Handler’s/ Manager Certificate or obtain within one year of hire.
- Must have current physical exam, mantoux tuberculosis screening, and clearances.
Nice To Haves
- Experience cooking for a large group preferred.
- Experience with ordering large quantities of food and maintaining an inventory preferred.
- Bilingual preferred (English/language of majority of families in program).
Responsibilities
- Follow approved menus.
- Purchase food items as needed in accordance with cycle menus and provide itemized receipts.
- Ensure sanitation and safety in accordance with food service establishment regulations in food preparation and food clean up.
- Maintain and process all necessary menus, invoices, and USDA documentation.
- Complete all necessary forms within mandated timelines.
- Maintain food inventory on a weekly basis.
- Communicate with the Health and Disabilities Services Coordinator concerning special dietary needs, allergies, and formula changes.
- Cooperate with CFDS staff, USDA/CACFP representatives, Health Department Inspectors and federal monitors during on-site reviews.
- Meet weekly with Supervisor to coordinate all aspects of the food service program.
- Post weekly menus and Allergy Chart in English, (Spanish, as appropriate) in kitchen.
- Implement School Readiness Plan.
- Adhere to established Work Plan and update as necessary or directed by Supervisor.
- Adhere to PathStone’s Confidentiality Policy.
- Adhere to PathStone’s Child Abuse and Neglect Policy.
- Adhere to PathStone’s Positive Guidance Policy.
- Assist in the physical maintenance and care of center facility such as sweeping, mopping, sanitizing and garbage disposal.
- Perform other job related duties as required or assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
