FOOD SERVICE COORDINATOR

CHRISTIAN APPALACHIAN PROJECT GROUP•Mount Vernon, KY

4d•$14 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for planning, preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks for preschool children in compliance with childcare licensing regulations, food safety standards and CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) guidelines. Operates the kitchen smoothly, safely, and efficiently while supporting teachers and the overall mission of the center.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent General Studies Required
Less than 1 year of successful experience in related field or combination of education and experience
Possess a Valid Kentucky Driver's License and Maintain a Safe Driving Record Required
CAP Driving Certification (or ability to obtain within first 90 days) Required
In order to drive personal vehicle on CAP business, must obtain and maintain a policy of motor vehicle insurance coverage on privately-owned vehicle with insurance coverage amounts of $50,000 bodily injury per person per accident; $100,000 bodily injury for all bodily injuries per accident; and $50,000 property damage per accident.
CPR and First Aid (or ability to obtain) Required
Non-Contagious TB Test Result Required
Food Handler Required
Ability to reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, stand, walk
Lift 50 lb from floor and carry 40 ft and place on shelf at 36 inches
Lift 18 lb from floor to shelf at 102 inch, using a step ladder if needed
Push with 45 lb of force for 5 ft
Lifts/moves items with unknown weight or that are awkward shapes and sizes with assistance
Have good visual acuity with corrective lenses
Have good hearing capabilities

Responsibilities

Prepares and serves breakfast, lunch and snacks according to the center’s daily schedule. Follows appropriate portion sizes and nutritional guidelines. Delivers meals to classrooms and maintains timely service.
Implements weekly menus that meet federal nutrition and state licensing requirements. Posts menus and communicates menu changes as needed.
Completes and maintains required records in accordance with the Federal Food Program guidelines and regulations, including meal counts and attendance in a timely manner.
Maintains strict adherence to sanitation and food safety standards. Keeps accurate logs for temperatures, cleaning and food storage. Labels and dates all food items; monitors expirations dates and storage requirements.
Maintains inventory of food, places orders with approved vendors and completes the grocery shopping. Stays within budget while minimizing waste.
Assists with participant transport by serving as a bus monitor with 3–5-year-old children as needed.

Benefits

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Employer Paid Life Insurance
CAP matches 100% of employee 401(k) contributions, up to the first 6% of employee contributions
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Additional Paid Caregiver and Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
Supplemental Insurance Plans