The Head Start Cook, under the supervision of the Health & Nutrition Manager, is responsible for planning, purchasing, and preparing meals (for 160 children and staff members) and snacks for the Head Start program, and maintaining kitchen facilities and nutrition program in compliance with all Head Start Performances Standards, State Licensing and CACFP requirements.
- Food Services: With the guidance of the Health & Nutrition Manager, modifies menus and recipes and prepares foods to meet the developmental needs of infants, toddlers and 3-5 year olds, the medical and feeding needs of children with disabilities or food allergies. Prepares meals and snacks in such a way that a minimum of nutrients are lost from foods, that ensure foods taste good and look appealing, and that there are ample amounts of foods for children to have as many servings as they need.Plan meals and menus to use food on hand and prepared grocery lists in order to make efficient and cost-effective use of food supplies. Prepare weekly purchasing list for groceries and kitchen supplies in sufficient supply and timely to prepare according to menus. Purchase milk, fresh fruits and vegetables, and other items on a weekly basis in cost-effective manner, according to spoilage and nutrition needs. Provide meals for children using family-style serving techniques. Provide foods to enhance lesson plans and classroom activities as requested. Prepare meals for parent group meetings or other events as requested. Maintain a cold meal menu and necessary supplies on hand in case of an emergency situation. Complete all appropriate paperwork, documentation, and temperature readings in a timely manner. Conduct routine kitchen and food storage inspection regarding health, safety, and compliance. Maintain accurate and accessible special dietary needs and allergy records for all children in Center-Based program. Transport either hot meal each class day, as needed, to the other preschool site.
- Other Requirements: Provide assistance with children in indoor and outdoor settings as directed by supervisor or primary teacher. Encourage and respect the particular ethnic background of all HS and Little Bitty City families, children, clients and staff. Complete additional educational requirements and ongoing training activities in current child nutrition and the eating habits of children served in the program. Promote agency-wide safety and housekeeping as well as take a proactive approach to preventive maintenance and delivery of quality service. Adapt work schedule and be flexible based on HS needs.
We are looking for a dependable, hard working person to bring 100% to the table each day. We offer medical, dental and vision insurance. We also offer paid Long term and Short term disability.
Job Type: Full-time
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Work Location: In person
