Cook's Helper

Grand St Settlement Inc.•New York, NY

2d•$0 - $32,659•Onsite

About The Position

The cook is responsible for the implementation of food services in Grand Street Settlement’s Head Start programs serving children ages 2-5 in accordance with Department of Health, CACFP, and Head Start performance standards. Responsibilities include preparing attractive, USDA-approved meals; keeping the kitchen and classroom areas clean and sanitary according to Health Department ordinances; and maintaining adequate food stocks, kitchen supplies, and mandated CACFP nutrition records (including meal counts and food production records).

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent, plus current food handler’s certificate
Experience in purchasing and preparing culturally diverse foods for groups
Knowledge of early childhood nutrition
Basic computer skills and knowledge for record-keeping
Lift and move heavy and/or bulky objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening ($101.75), NYS Central Registry ($25), Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply)
Obtain a Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with the agency’s policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect.
Obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance (fees may apply) and have the ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Preparing nutritious meals that take into consideration children’s various cultures and individual nutritional needs
Understanding and using child nutritional needs and age-specific portion sizes to prepare meals in accordance with USDA, Head Start, and CACFP guidelines
Understanding and strictly adhering to health, safety, food handling and sanitation requirements before, during and after meal preparation
Prepare and participate in family-style meals for children, volunteers, and staff
Maintain nutrition record-keeping and reporting as directed by supervisor
Review food and supplies order sheets
Store food and supplies properly
Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures
Maintain appropriate cleanliness of all kitchen materials and supplies as required
Maintain and be aware of center allergies and concerns
Train assistants, substitutes, and volunteers to support kitchen duties
Collaborate with the Health and Nutrition Coordinator and nutrition consultant to maintain CACFP compliance.
Coordinate delivery of food to classrooms
Attend staff meetings and relevant training
Ability to stand on feet for relatively long periods while working and to lift 25 pounds
Other duties as assigned