Assistant Cook

Job Summary

Children’s Village Child Care Center is looking for a part time food service aide. NAEYC accredited, we offer comprehensive services to a diverse population. The Food Service Aide position has regular contact with children at CV in the course of meal service and dish collection

This position is responsible for assisting in the preparation of meals and snacks, assisting the storage of items according to prescribed sanitary guidelines, participate in cleaning the kitchen and equipment, and other tasks as assigned by the Kitchen Administrator and Lead Cook. The normal schedule for this position tends to be stable Monday through Friday, although the schedule may fluctuate on occasion to meet the needs of the organization.

Additionally, this position is part of the collective bargaining unit and as such, is bound by the current collective bargaining agreement. If there are any discrepancies between this job description and the collective bargaining agreement, the job description will prevail.

Qualifications:

• : Knowledge of CACFP guidelines and requirements is desired and if not knowledgeable in these standards, the applicant must be willing to learn these guidelines.
• : Some experience with food preparation is required. Experience in an institutional setting, preferably a child care setting, is desired.
• : Knowledge of Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety standards set by the Philadelphia Department of Health for food preparation, storage and cleanup of commercial kitchens is required. Knowledge of CACFP and DHS nutritional guidelines is required. If not knowledgeable in these standards, the incumbent must be willing to attend ServSafe training and obtain certification., which can then be used to apply for a city issued certificate.
• Due to the diverse nature of the children at CV, knowledge of various ethnic cooking styles, particularly Asian cuisines and flavors, is desired.

Pay: $17.00 - $21.37 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person