Food Service Associate - M-F 6:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Responsibilities include operating a safe, sanitary, efficient kitchen and preparing food for service in compliance with licensing, USDA and Encompass policies and procedures.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred
• Basic knowledge of food preparation and sanitation
• Organizational and time management skills
• Basic computer knowledge enabling effective use of IPad
• 18 years of age (per Department of Children and Families licensing rule)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Lift 10-25 pounds
• Stand for majority of shift; ability to safely navigate stairs as applicable
• Bending and reaching for food prep and cleaning purposes
• Operate kitchen appliances and equipment safely
• Follow all policies related to food service
• Maintain safe, sanitary conditions of kitchen

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:

• Exhibit agency values in daily work and demonstrate commitment to the Encompass Mission
• Accomplish daily schedule for breakfast, lunch and snack preparation and distribution to classrooms, following USDA, DCF, DPI and Encompass policies and procedures
• Abide by all regulations regarding food safety and sanitation of kitchen and equipment
• Provide necessary information to the Director of Food Services and/or Center Director
• Complete accurately and on time all required reports and/or necessary record keeping
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

• Encompass Early Education and Care Values and Mission

Respect is shown

• Simple acts of kindness are shown to other staff, parents, and children
• Confidentiality is maintained at all times
• Differences are accepted without judgment or discrimination
• Others are treated kindly; no person is diminished

Appreciation is shown:

• Others are told they did something well
• “Thank you” is offered genuinely and often
• Others feel valued and important

Communication is clear:

• You listen to others when they talk
• You keep your co-workers and parents informed
• You talk to people, not about people
• Appropriate chain of command is observed; concerns are voiced to the Center Director

Honesty is part of all you say and do:

• You do what you say you will do
• You are truthful

Laughter is part of each day:

• You perform your work with happiness, enthusiasm, and a sense of joy
• You delight in small things and enjoy the moment
• You are able to laugh at yourself and with others, but not at someone else

The Encompass Mission is lived when:

• Quality care is provided and supported by what you do
• Compassion is shown in your dealings with others
• Your voice is a voice for the well-being of all children
• Accomplish daily schedule for breakfast, lunch and snack preparation and distribution to classrooms, following USDA, DCF, DPI, and Encompass policies and procedures

This duty has been performed well when:

• meals and snacks are prepared and ready for service according to the center’s schedule
• meals are served at the correct temperature and portion sizes following USDA guidelines, as well as “Foods Not Recommended Under 4” chart
• kitchen equipment is used is a safe and appropriate manner (stove tops, ovens, microwave, food warmers, knives, utensils, dishwasher, etc.)
• the Encompass Nutrition Policy is followed and knowledge of children’s allergies and other special dietary requirements and approved substitutions is maintained
• Communication with classroom Teachers and Center Director(s) regarding food service issues is timely and professional
• Abide by all regulations regarding food safety and sanitation of kitchen and equipment

This duty has been performed well when:

• food temperatures are taken upon delivery and at serving time. Accurate documentation is recorded
• appropriate hair covering and gloves are worn; handwashing procedures are followed
• deliveries are managed according to policy, with food dated, labeled, rotated and stored properly in pantry, refrigerator, cabinets, refrigerator, freezer, etc.
• all cooking equipment, dishes, food service carts, countertops, and appliances are cleaned and sanitized according to set standards and schedule
• pots, pans, cambrios, etc., are cleaned before returning to Central Kitchen
• all required training is completed
• Communicate information to the Director of Food Services and/or Center Director
• This duty has been performed well when:

• menu changes, food quantity and quality issues, allergies and other special needs are communicated promptly to Central Kitchen and documented on center’s calendar posted for parent access
• kitchen inventory/order forms are accurately completed and submitted to the Central Kitchen weekly
• equipment needs and/or breakdown of equipment is reported immediately to Director of Food Services or Director of Agency Programs
• Complete accurately and on time all required reports and/or necessary record keeping
• This duty has been performed well when:

• Responsibility for recording time worked via time clock is performed consistently
• Absence from Site forms are turned into your supervisor per center policy
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor