Substitute Cook

Clackamas County Children's Commission • OR

96d

About The Position

The Clackamas County Children's Commission, Inc. is seeking a Cook to plan and prepare meals for program children in accordance with CACFP and Program guidelines. The Cook will be responsible for ensuring that children's nutritional needs are met, including allergy restrictions, and that safety, sanitation, and health standards are maintained in the kitchen and eating areas. This position involves ordering food, preparing meals, maintaining records, and participating in program activities.

Requirements

• U.S. High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• Minimum one-year experience in food preparation, budgeting, and nutrition for young children.
• Knowledge of Head Start program is preferable.
• Ability to positively interact with families of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle available for use on the job (or have alternative transportation).
• Ability to possess and maintain compliance with State of Oregon Criminal Background Registry.
• Ability to possess and maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid Oregon Food Handler’s Card.

Responsibilities

• Order and/or purchase all food from designated vendors according to the budget.
• Prepare breakfasts, lunches, and/or snacks that meet CACFP and Program guidelines.
• Ensure children’s nutritional needs are met, including allergy restrictions.
• Ensure that safety, sanitation, and health standards are met in the kitchen and eating areas.
• Coordinate routine cleaning and maintenance schedules for the kitchen.
• Verify vendor orders and reconcile invoices with billing statements, ensuring accuracy in deliveries and quantities.
• Maintain food-purchase invoices and send originals to Accounts Payable.
• Keep required CACFP records.
• Submit appropriate records and reports to the Center Manager.
• Attend monthly or bi-monthly meetings and/or trainings as requested by supervisor.
• Prepare food for special events.
• Distribute menus to families and staff.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED