Food Coordinator and Cook

Santo Domingo Tribe • Santo Domingo Pueblo / Kewa, NM

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Kewa Child Care is expanding services in a brand new, state-of-the-art, childcare center. We are looking for a passionate, experienced, food coordinator/cook to join our team. This unique opportunity focuses on blending your experiences with preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks with your ability to communicate and collaborate with colleagues and children. The center enhances the quality of meals by supporting a blend of Keres language learning, cooking traditional meals, and sourcing local goods and produce. The incumbent will be responsible for creating menus that align with CACFP standards and requirements, ensuring a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, and committed to providing quality food services. All duties will be performed in accordance with tribal, state, and federal standards, regulations, and laws.

Requirements

• High school Diploma or GED equivalent
• 2 Years minimum experience in a food service setting, preferably in schools and childcare centers
• Applicant must be 21 years or older
• Food Handlers Certification, First Aid and CPR Certification, 12 hours additional health and safety training
• Complete Comprehensive Background Check and Drug Screening
• Complete required CACFP cook academy and training
• Valid New Mexico driver's license with ability to meet Santo Domingo Pueblo's liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
• Pleasant and Friendly demeanor and outgoing personality
• Highly professional and dependable
• Must be willing to travel overnight or out of state for any out of state training
• Must be able to satisfactorily pass a background check including FBI, State, Tribal, MVR check, and a new hire drug screen.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, preparation, storage, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to plan nutritious meals and snacks and accommodate food allergies
• Skill in preparing meals in large quantities while maintaining quality, portion control and presentation
• Ability to read and follow instructions accurately
• Strong organizational skills, including inventory management, food ordering, and cost control
• Ability to maintain accurate meal counts and required documentation
• Knowledge of proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently
• Effective communication skills
• Dependability and punctuality skills
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy, and child-friendly environment
• Must have computer experience with Microsoft Office Suite – Teams, Outlook, Excel and Word

Nice To Haves

• Keres speaking preferred

Responsibilities

• Creating menus that align with CACFP standards and requirements
• Ensuring a clean and sanitary kitchen environment
• Committed to providing quality food services

Benefits

• generous leave policy that includes vacation, holidays, and administrative days that equal up to 54 days off in a year
• Affordable medical plans, health, dental, and vision
• Competitive 401k retirement plan
• amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED