Cook

Job Overview

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience cooking for Head Start or similar program preferred.
• Responsible for daily food service in the center, grocery shopping, and compliance with CACFP requirements.
• Will assist with food-related activities in the classroom.
• Must have valid Tennessee driver’s license, transportation for work-related duties, and liability insurance. Mileage is reimbursed.
• Professionalism in regard to Confidentiality is essential.Duties and Responsibilities:

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• Prepare and serve breakfast and/or snack and lunch each school day.
• Order, receive and store food as delivered by suppliers.
• Check invoices against items delivered to ensure accuracy of the invoice and charges.
• Maintain a sanitary, attractive kitchen which meets all federal interagency day care standards.
• Prepare food in a manner which retains nutritional value, looks appetizing, is appealing to children, and follows cycle menus as developed.
• Keep proper reports and records (food purchases, inventory, food production, menu changes, and meal counts) in order to comply with all USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program requirements.
• Purchase needed groceries at the grocery store and be able to transport and carry heavy items/groceries from the store to the kitchen.
• Assist in classrooms or on playground on occasion for staff breaks.

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Hours and Benefits: Full-time, 30.0 hours/week; Non-Exempt.

JobType: Full-time