Substitute Cook - Petersburg, United States - TRI-CAP

Description

• Direct the preparation of approximately meals a day that meet USDA, Head Start and additional governing body nutrition requirements based on location.
• Serve meals that are high in nutrients and low in fat, salt and sugar.
• Maintain appropriate records and complete paperwork in a timely manner. Maintain all recordkeeping accurately, including the milk inventory, program expense record, cleaning schedule, food allergies and serving methods.
• Knowledgeable on correct food preparation procedures, including temperatures, portions and serving methods.
• Incorporate cooking from scratch when preparing meals. Limit serving processed items.
• Ensure that meals are prepared on schedule, that food is held at the correct temperature and that there are enough portions per meal.
• Use initiative, judgment, and creativity in seasoning food, estimating amounts to be prepared and preparing attractive food.
• Plan and complete routine cleaning maintenance of kitchen and equipment.
• Wash dishes and utensils as necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality in regards to staff and family information.
• Fulfill role as a mandated reporter as stated in the Child Abuse and Neglect Policy.
• This position requires occasionally filling in for other teachers, possibly at another site.
• Other duties as requested by Health & Safety Manager, Head Start Director, the Executive Director, and/or other members of the Head Start Leadership Team.
• A high school equivalent diploma
• Experience preferred
• Preferred ServeSafe or equivalent training course
• Obtain and/or Maintain certification in CPR and First Aid