Food Services Coordinator

The Food Services Coordinator will maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the kitchen and to be responsible for the preparation and cooking of a well-balanced and nutritious children’s menu for breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack in accordance with CACFP and USDA guidelines.Job ResponsibilitiesPlan & prepare a balanced rotating menu taking into account dietary & cultural requirements of children attending the center.Ensure high standards of hygiene & safety are maintained at all times in the kitchen area through daily cleaning and monitoring kitchen equipment.Adhere to the food & nutrition guidelines as outlined by Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.Ordering stock in line with requirements, maintaining correct stock levels, ensuring stock rotation and ensuring all stock is clearly labeled to include expiration dates.Adhere to a professional code of conduct & appropriate dress.Job RequirementsExperience working in a child care facility ordering stock preferred. Knowledge of Missouri Eat Smart Guidelines.Knowledge of Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines. Current and valid ServSafe Food Safety Certification. Able to pass a criminal and child abuse and neglect background check and drug screening; ability to provide a recent physical, Hepatitis A & TB Test.Education RequirementsGraduation from a general or technical high school. Graduation from a culinary school preferred. Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a cook/chef in a child care and/or school setting.