Cook PYPD

Description

 JOB SUMMARY: Assist in preparing, delivering, and serving nutritious meals consistent with the planned menu, while maintaining and modeling appropriate sanitation procedures required by Head Start, Health Department, ODA, FDA and CACFP in the kitchen and classroom. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: 

1. Assist in preparing   meals in assigned kitchen

2. Maintain a   clean and sanitized environment; assure all work surfaces, utensils are clean   - sanitized and proper sanitation methods are followed 

3. Serve family   style meals and assist in clean up at point of service 

4. Assist children during mealtime as needed

5. Utilize proper   sanitation methods, assuring food holding temperatures are at proper levels

6. Participate in   all meetings and trainings

7. Successfully complete ServSafe level II certification   training 

8. Priority to know   and use information regarding special dietary needs of children

9. Work in   conjunction with other cooks, Nutrition Specialist and Food Service   Supervisor to plan menus

10. Transport food   in approved containers in a timely manner

11. Responsible for providing and maintaining a safe and   effective classroom/center environment that ensures the safety and well-being   of children.

12. Demonstrate   regular and predictable attendance.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs other related duties as required

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE   CHARACTERISTICS: (*Indicates   developed after employment) Demonstrate compassion and an ability to work   with low income persons from diverse populations, and be able to work in a   fast-paced, multi-task environment.

KNOWLEDGE OF: Safe food preparation and general kitchen operations

Skill in: Ability to work with a variety of people   and across diverse cultures

Ability to: Exhibit excellent customer service skills. Work effectively as   part of a team, demonstrate good interpersonal skills, and be cooperative and   maintain a positive attitude.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Minimum of 6 months experience in food service and high school diploma or GED preferred; basic understanding demonstrated of safe food handling practices; Must complete all trainings required by ODJFS, CACFP, Health Department and Head Start Regulations 

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable in accordance with the Agency’s vehicle insurance policy.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive: Personal computer, printers, fax machine, telephone, copier, and other standard business office equipment.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.), potentially emotionally distraught individuals and has exposure to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions. Ability to sit/stand for a lengthy period of time, stoop, bend and lift (up to 50 lbs.) while attending to the needs of children. Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered sedentary work.

POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED: None

Salary : $15 - $16