Cook's Helper

POSITION:Cook (Part Time)

DEPARTMENT:Early Childhood Services

LOCATION: Delancey Family & Child Center

REPORTS TO:Site Director

SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday 10 am-2 pm ( Hours may vary based on the needs of the program)

SALARY32659 (benefits contracted by Union)

JOB SUMMARY: The Cook is responsible for the implementation of food services in Grand Street Settlements Head Start Programs serving children ages 2-5 in accordance with Department of Health CACFP and Head Start Performance Standards. Responsibilities include preparing attractive USDA-approved meals; keeping the kitchen and classroom areas clean and sanitary according to Health Department ordinances; and maintaining adequate food stocks kitchen supplies and mandated CACFP nutrition records (including meal counts and food production records).

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or equivalent plus current food handlers certificate

Experience in purchasing and preparing culturally diverse foods for groups

Knowledge of early childhood nutrition

Basic computer skills and knowledge for record keeping

Lift and move heavy and/or bulky objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direct supervision of the Center Director the Cook shall be responsible for:

Preparing nutritious meals that take into consideration childrens various cultures and individual nutritional needs

Understanding and using child nutritional needs and age-specific portion sizes to prepare meals in accordance with USDA Head Start and CACFP guidelines

Understanding and strictly adhering to health safety food handling and sanitation requirements before during and after meal preparation

Prepare and participate in family-style meals for children volunteers and staff

Maintain nutrition record-keeping and reporting as directed by supervisor

Review food and supplies order sheets

Store food and supplies properly

Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures

Maintain appropriate cleanliness of all kitchen materials and supplies as required

Maintain and be aware of center allergies and concerns

Train assistants substitutes and volunteers to support kitchen duties

Collaborate with the Health and Nutrition Coordinator and nutrition consultant to maintain CACFP compliance

Coordinate delivery of food to classrooms

Attend staff meetings and relevant training

Ability to stand on feet for relatively long periods while working and to lift 25 pounds

Other duties as assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE)

PRE- PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening ($101.75) NYS Central Registry ($25) Sex Offender Registry clearance 3 reference checks physical examination with updated TB test varicella Tdap MMR (fees may apply)

Obtain a Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with the agencys policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect

If selected for this position the applicant must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance (fees may apply) and; ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout employment.