Kitchen Manager/ Cook

Round Lake, Il • Round Lake, IL

18d

About The Position

Under general supervision, serve and document all meals for the Child Care Center children; and perform related work as required. SCOPE: The Cook oversees operations of the food program, including hygiene, meal planning , food distribution to rooms, record keeping and all kitchen operations; ensures adherence to State Food Service guidelines and all public health regulations regarding food storage and preparation. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

Requirements

• ABILITY TO: Work cooperatively with staff, students, vendors; maintain accurate written records; perform mathematical calculations accurately.
• KNOWLEDGE OF: Early childhood nutrition; production cooking.
• Education: Graduation from high school, or equivalent.
• Experience: Experience in production or commercial cooking.
• LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Valid Illinois driver’s license.
• State of Illinois Department of Public Health Certification is required.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting heavy items (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking.
• Must pass fingerprint clearance test for all appropriate agencies (such as FBI, Department of Justice, and Child Abuse Index Services)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the Child Care Food Program requirements and documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Distributes food to the classrooms.
• Practices safe food handling techniques in food preparation and storage.
• Maintains verification of food and non-food purchases to meet budgeting requirements.
• Keeps a daily meal production record following the school requirements.
• Obtains and retains manufacturers’ specifications (or Child Nutrition Label) for any commercially prepared food items.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary kitchen, pantry and storage areas; washes items used for food preparation.
• Attends Goddard conferences, trainings and other workshops as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED