Cook / Kitchen Manager

We are a private preschool looking for a reliable, hard-working person to prepare and serve all meals to children ages birth through elementary age. Candidates must meet the following qualifications.

Qualifications:
Educational

• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED
• Current Infant/Child/Adult CPR & First Aid
• Current ServSafe Certification or the ability to earn and maintain certification

Professional

• Experience in food-related field preferred
• Familiar with all Health Department Regulations and USDA guidelines
• Relate sensitively to people of all ages and varied backgrounds
• Communicate effectively with parents, children, and co-workers
• Use supervision constructively and to work as a member of a team
• Interest in upgrading qualifications through professional development

Physically

• Perform physical tasks including but not limited to: mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, washing dishes, putting away truck order
• Able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds
• Able to stand for extended periods

Candidates must be able to fulfill the following expectations in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all meals in accordance with USDA Guidelines and Health Department regulations for serving size and nutrition.
• Prepare meals in accordance with published menus.
• Able to make adjustments based on student Alternate Nutrition Plans
• Follows all guidelines as set by the state health department for food preparation.
• Make sure that the kitchen meets licensing, safety, and health requirements.
• Maintain the kitchen and all supplies according to regulations.
• Order all food and paper supplies with the approval of the Director.
• Keep supplies within budget guidelines.
• Keep all records of supplies purchased, invoices to be turned in to Business Manager
• Complete and file all USDA paperwork by the given deadlines.
• Maintain the cleanliness of all food prep areas.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the laundry room and staff lounge.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the front lobby.
• Maintain the cleanliness of facility restrooms.
• Maintain the cleanliness of all common areas throughout the building.
• Adhere to all Employee Policies and Procedures and Director's instructions.
• All other duties as needed or assigned.