Cook

Oregon Child Development Coalition•Brooks, MN

5d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is a nonprofit organization serving children and families across Oregon through early education and family support programs. At OCDC, our work has purpose. Every role contributes to creating stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures for children across Oregon. This position designs and prepares meals that are age appropriate and follow the nutritional guidelines established by United States Department Agriculture (USDA) by controlling food preparation, preparing food and following recipes.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED with at least one year experience in quantity cooking, particularly for children in the ethnic group being served OR A combination of culinary schoolwork OR experience cooking in large restaurant or industrial setting equivalent to 24 months education and work experience.

Responsibilities

Completing preparation procedures.
Ensuring quality and appropriate quantity of food.
Completing production records and making adjustments as necessary.
Meeting with Food Services Supervisor and parents to develop menu cycles for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that are culturally appropriate.
Reviewing and modifying menu plans within guidelines.
Monitoring popularity of various dishes.
Following Registered Dietician plan for children with allergies and special needs to ensure that their needs are met.
Preparing a list of required food items and other kitchen supplies for the Food Service Supervisor in a timely manner in accordance to Agency purchasing guidelines.
Collaborating with Food Service Supervisor and parents in planning weekly food orders.
Maintaining inventory and checking food products when they are delivered.
Ensuring the use of the First-In/First-Out (FIFO) system of food usage.
Complying with federal, state, and local sanitation requirements.
Following procedures in the use of kitchen utensils and operation of equipment.
Instructing or training Cook Assistant in following sanitation and kitchen procedures.
Documenting the amount of food served daily.
Ensuring that all staff provides daily food count in a timely manner.
Tasting and smelling prepared dishes.
Viewing color and texture and verifying portion sizes.
Checking for proper food temperature.
Adhering to established standards for quality and quantity following USDA and Head Start Standards.
Using available and seasonal ingredients.
Developing effective methods of utilizing food surpluses and leftovers.
Participating in interview and selection for cooking staff.
Conducting orientation for new staff as needed.
Attending team meetings, staff meetings, parent meetings, and other meetings as required.
Providing meals during local staff or parent meetings as requested.
Fostering an understanding of Head Start, its mission, goals, objectives, and program services.
Keeping information confidential.
Complying with OCDC safety standards.
Supporting participation of a safe environment.
Immediately reporting any unsafe or hazardous working conditions and/or any injury.
Participating in emergency drills and assisting in the evacuation of the children.
Collaborating with management staff for the prompt completion of injury investigation, corrective actions, and inspections as required.
Performing other work related or assigned duties.