Cook

Description

SUMMARY: Responsible for managing all nutritional services at the Head Start Center. Must perform all duties according to the CACFP, USDA, and Head Start Performance Standards regulations and guidelines.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Order food and kitchen supplies.
• Maintain proper storage and labeling of all food.
• Prepare and serve snacks and meals to Head Start children following all CACFP requirements.
• Train all kitchen substitute(s) and volunteers.
• Maintain organized records including inventory, purchases and meal counts.
• Submit any purchase receipts to Head Start Administrative Assistant weekly.
• Carefully monitor food allergies and/or dietary conditions of children and prepare their food accordingly.
• Maintain a safe and healthy cooking environment according to CACFP and USDA guidelines.
• Plan and participate in nutrition, health and safety learning activities within the classroom curriculum: eating with children at meals; including children in assisting with participation such as table setting and clean-up; classroom participation in introducing new foods to children and other food-related learning experiences.
• Facilitate health, safety and nutritional activities in the classroom twice a week.
• Attend mandatory food card training at Pre-service or on site.
• Wash and sanitize utensils and dishes thoroughly, assist with classroom clean up.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS: The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Ability to perform basic math. This position requires an understanding of the culture and the needs of the Tribes of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region. Strong written, oral, organizational skills. Must pass a physical examination and criminal background check.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or GED required. Must obtain a food handlers card upon hire.