Cook Head Start

Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California•Carson City, NV

3d•$13 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Cook is responsible for preparing, purchasing, storing, and serving food in accordance with USDA/Nevada Department of Education guidelines. This role also involves maintaining the confidentiality of all privileged information.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED plus one year food service experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid California or Nevada driver’s license or capable of obtaining one within thirty-days (30) of employment.
Must be able to be insurable by the Tribe’s Driving Policy.
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation.
Knowledge of traditional form of government and tribal customs and traditions.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
Knowledge of how to prepare well-balanced and nutritious meals.
Knowledge of proper and safe food handling, storage, and disposal requirements.
Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.
Ability to interpret food service requirements of the USDA/Nevada State Department of Education.
Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
Ability to safely operate various cooking equipment and kitchen appliances.
Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules.
Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.
Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment.
Ability to demonstrate excellence in everything, and continually seek improvement in results.
Ability to prepare accurate, complete, and legible reports.
Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, requirements, ordinances, and legislation.
Skill in preparing food for groups of people.
Skill in handling sharp knives, and other cutting utensils.
Skill in supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff.
Certified Food Handler.
Certified in CPR and First Aid.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to qualified Native American Indians.

Responsibilities

Provides training to parents and community about nutrition.
Completes and maintains required food program reports.
Takes meals census daily (records number of meals to staff, parents and children).
Keeps accurate records for the Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
Ensures that food shopping is completed in a timely manner and within budget constraints.
Responsible for completing and submitting required nutrition forms to the Central Head Start Office by the required due date.
Participates in all phases of the Head Start training program.
Responsible for the Nutrition Component of the Center curriculum.
Prepares snacks and meals in accordance with planned menus and USDA meal requirements.
Purchases food within budgetary and meal requirements.
Plans or adjusts menus to meet USDA meal requirements.
Documents refrigerator/freezer temperatures daily.
Completes nutritional assessments of each child and records the information in the child’s file; makes referrals to the Programs Manager.
Checks nutritional habits of the children.
Keeps track of any allergies to specific foods.
Tracks and interprets child growth charts.
Communicates with parents about their children’s nutritional needs.
Assists with lesson planning in cooperation with the Center staff.
Prepares and presents new food experiences to the children, emphasizing traditional Washoe foods as well as other cultural foods.
Introduces new foods and the Pyramid Food Chart concept.
Guides the children to set and clean-up tables.
Guides the children in sanitation and hand washing techniques.
Guides the children with menu planning and meal preparation.
Assists staff members in carrying out daily classroom activities under the direction of the Teacher.
Responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of the kitchen/dining area.
Attends all center Parent Committee meetings and assists with the parent program.
Obtains an annual physical and TB test.
Provides appropriate substitute when absent from work.
Performs other duties as required.