Part-Time Early Learning Academy Kitchen Manager

Mineral Area College•Park Hills, MO

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Early Learning Academy Kitchen Manager is responsible for ensuring the kitchen is clean, equipment is in good repair, and meals and snacks are prepared according to health codes and nutritional standards. This role involves menu planning, ordering food and supplies, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment, and adhering to all Mineral Area Early Learning Academy (MAELA) standards and policies. The position requires a commitment to continuing education and building positive relationships with children, staff, and families. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Professionally prepared as a cook and meet county and state qualifications and standards.
At least one year of work experience managing a kitchen.
Knowledge of local and state early childhood facility kitchen standards.
Must complete Safe Food Handling courses as required by the State of Missouri, and/or by St. Francois County.
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the community.
Interpersonal skills: Ability to identify and express problems and develop solutions from alternative methods and procedures.
Ability to understand directions, ask questions for clarification, and demonstrate appropriate action.
Technical skills: Ability to follow directions and maintain accurate knowledge of regulations.
Must produce a current physical examination by a Physician with a tuberculin test or chest x-ray after an offer of employment is made.
Must have approved state clearance forms for child abuse.
Must have a certificate demonstrating an approved criminal record check.
Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid.
Ability to see and read newsprint, with or without corrective lenses.
Ability to speak and be understood under normal circumstances.
Ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use arms, hands, legs and feet, with or without corrective devices, to accomplish the job, including the evacuation of the building during emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Commit to continuing education.

Responsibilities

Ensure kitchen equipment is clean and in good repair.
Plan and post menus in collaboration with the Director.
Prepare healthy meals and snacks.
Order food and supplies.
Clean and manage the Early Learning Academy kitchen in compliance with state licensing and health codes.
Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
Ensure children are never unattended.
Adapt menus to meet the individual needs of children.
Create a multi-cultural environment.
Plan and serve an adequate variety of meals.
Encourage positive social and emotional development.
Establish positive and productive relationships with families.
Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents and staff.
Encourage families to be part of the child’s learning experience.
Provide opportunities for conferences and other parent engagement venues.
Assess supplies and materials needed prior to planning meals.
Clean up all equipment/dishes/pots and pans daily in accordance with health codes.
Keep workspace in compliance with state licensing and health codes.
Complete CACFP paperwork.
Build teamwork.
Develop menus.
Manage the kitchen according to MAELA standards.
Promote MAELA philosophy and educational objectives.
Support a code of ethical conduct.
Commit to continuing education, including keeping certifications up to date.
Attend staff meetings and conferences.
Maintain a valid ServSafe certification.
Check freezer and refrigerator temperatures and log them on a weekly basis.
Fill all classroom sanitization bottles and bins every morning.
Post and adhere to MAELA handwashing and sanitizing policies.