The preschool cook prepares food that meets current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations by following established policies and procedures. He or she ensures that safe and high-quality food service is always provided.
This is for our Chatham Park location
The ideal candidate for this position has a high school diploma or equivalency diploma, two years of experience in a high-volume kitchen environment, and a current Safe Food Handler certificate. He or she has the physical stamina to perform all the requirements of this position and can work a flexible schedule. Fluent English speaking and writing skills, good time management skills, and professional dress, speech, and behavior are all required for this position.
Responsibilities:
-Prepares food items to order following established recipes and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety
-Follows safety and sanitation rules and practices
-Restocks food supplies and takes inventory when required
-Prepares and serves food in accordance with the weekly menus
-Always wear a hairnet and gloves while preparing food
-Provides assistance to teachers for food and cooking experiences they may wish
-Maintains the stock rotation of all food to plan for the classrooms
-Prepares and serves refreshments for parent nights & staff meetings
-Aware of children with allergies
-Delivers water jugs daily to the classrooms and cleans water jugs daily
-Cleans all appliances, equipment, utensils, store rooms and floors daily
-Prepares bagged lunches for any scheduled field trips
-Delivers food to infant and toddler classrooms
-Keeps abreast of new legislationKeeps up to date with the food managers certificate
-Records the temperatures of the fridge and freezer
-Cleans and mops the kitchen and cafeteria
-Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
-Must be at least 18 years old
-High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma required
-Must provide all medical records, abuse clearance, criminal records check, fingerprints, diploma, and any other forms that are required by the state regulatory agency
-Able to lift fifty pounds, sit on the floor and interact with children
-Must show evidence of emotional maturity and stability which demonstrates the ability to show good judgment in handling crisis situations
-Must be an experienced cook and possess a knowledge of basic principles of good nutrition
-Must maintain a food manager’s certificate
-Must have high standards of cleanliness
-Must maintain CPR, First Aid, blood-borne pathogens, and fire extinguisher certifications
-Must maintain child abuse and neglect certifications
-Must maintain TB test or note of good health
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