Food Service Worker

• Requires knowledge of standard food safety and 2 years of experience as a cook.
  
• Requires two years of experience in a large kitchen in planning/preparation of meals to be packed and delivered.
  
• Must have High School education or GED.
  
• Have or complete within 90 days of employment: Food Service Managers Certification.
  
• Have or complete within 30 days of employment: Food Handlers Certification.
  
• Requires one year of inventory experience and some experience in ordering food for large groups.
  
• Must have reliable transportation and valid Virginia Driver s License.
  
• The ability to read and understand recipes and assigned tasks.
  
• Comfortable with use of email and technology.
  
• Flexible in assignment location works well in team setting and can complete tasks individually.
  

• Cook in a commissary style kitchen for a large number of students and staff following CACFP meal pattern requirements and USDA guidelines.
  
• Time management and flexibility in meal service schedule working closely with Education staff.
  
• Set up required food safety standard kitchen procedures and take food and equipment temperatures daily.
  
• Supervises the Driver(s) and Food Service Worker(s) in the kitchen to ensure that they are following food safety standards following kitchen policy and procedures and all staff complete inventory weekly.
  
• Complete weekly inventory and maintain all supplies on a first in first out basis.
  
• Maintains neat and accurate records as specified by the Nutrition Manager and Nutrition Coordinator.
  
• Submits accurate and legible documentation to the Nutrition Manager and Nutrition Coordinator as required.
  
• Assist and encourage parent participation in the Nutrition Program and promote family wellness.
  
• Checks all deliveries to ensure quality and quantity ordered is correct before accepting.
  
• Stores food and supplies properly in accordance with kitchen policy and procedures following USDA Guidelines and Virginia State Health Regulations.
  
• Keeps kitchen and all equipment clean and sanitary at all times.
  
• Wears proper attire and slip resistant shoes daily.
  
• Be attentive to all special needs of children relating to food allergies medical needs etc. as posted or provided by the Nutrition Manager and Nutrition Coordinator.
  
• Attends all staff meetings and training sessions.
  
• Other duties as assigned by the Nutrition Manager Nutrition Coordinator and Head Start Director.
  

• The ability to lift 30lbs.
  
• The ability to stand for long (4 hour or more at a time) periods of time.
  
• The ability to withstand the changing extreme hot to cold temperatures of a kitchen.
  

Requirements

• Requires knowledge of standard food safety and 2 years of experience as a cook.
  
• Requires two years of experience in a large kitchen in planning/preparation of meals to be packed and delivered.
  
• Must have High School education or GED.
  
• Have or complete within 90 days of employment: Food Service Managers Certification.
  
• Have or complete within 30 days of employment: Food Handlers Certification.
  
• Requires one year of inventory experience and some experience in ordering food for large groups.
  
• Must have reliable transportation and valid Virginia Driver s License.
  
• The ability to read and understand recipes and assigned tasks.
  
• Comfortable with use of email and technology.
  
• Flexible in assignment location works well in team setting and can complete tasks individually.
  

• The ability to lift 30lbs.
  
• The ability to stand for long (4 hour or more at a time) periods of time.
  
• The ability to withstand the changing extreme hot to cold temperatures of a kitchen.
  

Benefits

Benefits Summary Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP)

HRCAP offers a comprehensive benefits package available starting the first of the month following your hire date including:

• Leave Benefits:
  

  • Accrue 5 hours of sick leave per pay period
    

  • 1 paid day off for your birthday annually
    

  • Paid Winter Spring and Summer breaks
    

• Paid Holidays:
  

  • 11 paid holidays including New Years Day MLK Jr. Day Memorial Day Independence Day Thanksgiving (and the day after) Christmas Day and others
    

• Health Insurance:
  

  • Medical dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents
    

  • 75% of health premiums paid by employer
    

  • Pre-tax payroll deductions via a Section 125 Plan
    

• Retirement Plan:
  

  • 403 (b) plan with a Dollar-for-dollar match up to 3% after one year of service
    

For full details refer to the HRCAP Employee Handbook and Summary Plan Documents.