CACFP Cook

Apply at hcc4me.com Job Overview: The Cook is responsible for preparing and/or serving snacks and hot lunches for children enrolled in the Center. Plans weekly menus, develops shopping lists, calculates amounts of food, and makes purchases. Organizes and cleans kitchen according to health department standards. Maintain nutritional requirements as identified by supervisor. General Competencies: Engaging personality and optimistic outlook Ability to handle confidential information professionally Represents our KC3 Culture in speech and in conduct. (Kindness, Creative, Caring, Clean) to maintain positive relationships with children, parents, team members, and Administration. Must be willing to exemplify Christ-honoring principles. Completion of high school or General Education Diploma (GED). Classes in food preparation of food management are highly desirable. At least one year experience as a cook. Ability to prepare, cook, and serve nutritious meals according to menu Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to work with co-workers and adapt to change. Ability to problem solve and compute basic food measurements and portion sizing. Knowledge of quantity food production, use and care of food service equipment, procedures for receiving and storing foods, and health and safety rules. ServSafe Food Handler Certificate CPR/First Aid Certificate preferred Essentials Duties and Functions: Follow all CACFP guidelines. Connect daily/weekly with CACFP Manager regarding needs of CACFP program. Prepares meals/snacks in a timely fashion to be delivered by scheduled mealtimes. Stock food service carts with appropriate utensils, plates, bowls, food, and beverages, as required for family style dining in the classrooms. Transports food from kitchen area to classrooms. Keep the kitchen, food preparation areas and all eating supplies clean and sanitary. Adhere to the guidelines of food sanitation and safe food handling practices set by the Public Health Department. Washing dishes, pots, pans, and utensils using approved sanitation methods. Assist in receiving, dating, and storing all food purchased by the center. Completes necessary paperwork, including cleaning and temperature logs. Clean and sanitize the kitchen after use. Assist with major clean-up of kitchen, refrigerators, cabinets on non-program days. Sharing duties with other kitchen staff for efficient functioning of food service program. Ensure that the kitchen is fully stocked with items for the next day. Monitor food expiration dates and food quality daily. Practice safety procedures in the kitchen always. Performs other related duties as may be assigned. Benefits : Weekly Pay FT Employees will get 40 hours PTO after 1 full year of employment Holiday Pay Referral Bonus Program Professional Development & Education Assistance Opportunities for advancement Excellent Culture & Coworkers Simple IRA match after 1 year employment Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $14.50 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off Referral program Shift: Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Night shift Ability to Relocate: Barnesville, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person