Lead Cook

Summary & Objective

The Cook worker is responsible in the procurement, receiving/storage, planning, production, distribution, clean up and documentation for all the meals served at the facilities in compliance with agency policies and procedures, regulatory agencies requirements, funding sources stipulations and accreditation guidelines.

Knowledge & Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 2 years of food production experience
• Safe Food Handler Certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment
• Organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to use effective verbal, listening and written communication skills
• Manual dexterity enough to: use kitchen utensils and equipment, wash dishes, and perform cleaning responsibilities
• Ability to learn and comprehend information from recipes and other food products labels
• Team building silks
• Time management skills
• Must have knowledge of computer office software
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the preparation of the children's meals in a nutritious, good tasting and appealing manner following the approved Child Care Food Program Menus, funding sources and regulatory agency requirements
• Responsible of reviewing orders at the time of delivery. Provide the office with signed invoices for payments
• Responsible of contacting Caterer and vendors as needed
• Closely examines food items delivered by caterer and other vendors for freshness, temperatures, and overall condition. Refuses those items not meeting strict set guidelines
• Closely monitors food consistency, taste, appearance, and temperature
• Responsible for food production forecast to meet required portions and avoid food waste
• Responsible for the control of portions served to each classroom and the distribution of food to meet set mealtime schedule
• Responsible for the documentation of daily meals served and all temperatures logs
• Responsible for the completion of the End of the Month Inventory and submission of the inventory to the office by the 10th of each month

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Other Duties

• Supervises and may assist with the cleanup of all kitchen areas as needed
• Demonstrates flexibility when work schedule needs to be changed to meet the needs of the center
• Attend conference, trainings, and staff meetings as required
• Maintain deficiency free and 90% compliance in the kitchen service area
• Complies with all personnel policies and procedures, including but not limited to dress code, wearing of name badge, professional image and conduct, punctuality and work attendance
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and respect towards persons of different cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds
• Provides orientation to new employees as needed.
• Maintain your required certifications and mandatory skill updates.
• Comply with all policies, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

• May serve as an interim department leader depending on need.

Disclaimer

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

EEOC Statement

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