Site Cook - On Call - Head Start
About The Position
Join our Head Start program! The Site Cook is responsible for providing a nutritious breakfast/snack and lunch for all children. Cooks will comply with all required standards and regulations. This is an on-call position up to 19 hours a week. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or GED One year experience cooking for groups of 25 or more people. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Driver qualifications are required for this position. Valid driver license, insured vehicle available for use on the job, and a satisfactory drive record for the previous three years are required. Successful registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division. CPR/First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire. Food Handlers Card or the ability to obtain. ServSafe Manager certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. Candidate must pass pre-employment physical examination, renewable every two years. Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings . KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Demonstrated knowledge of cooking skills, nutrition, and ability to follow quantity recipes. Ability to create recipes using a variation of ingredients. Must possess excellent organizational, record keeping, and math skills. Basic proficiencies in Microsoft Office (including Outlook), videoconferencing platforms, and web tools. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. To review the full job description, download below.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- One year experience cooking for groups of 25 or more people.
- Driver qualifications are required for this position.
- Valid driver license, insured vehicle available for use on the job, and a satisfactory drive record for the previous three years are required.
- Successful registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division.
- CPR/First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
- Food Handlers Card or the ability to obtain.
- ServSafe Manager certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
- Candidate must pass pre-employment physical examination, renewable every two years.
- Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings
- Demonstrated knowledge of cooking skills, nutrition, and ability to follow quantity recipes.
- Ability to create recipes using a variation of ingredients.
- Must possess excellent organizational, record keeping, and math skills.
- Basic proficiencies in Microsoft Office (including Outlook), videoconferencing platforms, and web tools.
Responsibilities
- Food preparation, cooking, and cleaning.
- Prepares food in compliance with CACFP guidelines, and according to menus and special dietary needs.
- Follows recipes and cycles menu to ensure consistent quality food to all children.
- Provides correct foods for children with documented allergies, religious preference or other conditions.
- Exhibits time management skills to complete meals at specified times.
- Completes food service records and all other required documentation.
- Submits as scheduled to Food Service Supervisor.
- Maintains a list of foods children cannot eat due to allergies, etc.
- Posts current menus and documents changes to assure compliance with USDA standards.
- Plans for and orders food weekly as required, staying within budgetary, recipe, and menu guidelines.
- Works collaboratively with classroom staff for nutrition experiences/activities, parent orientations, and parent meetings.
- Assist with meal set up, interact with children, and observe eating habits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
