Cook

Oahe Child Development Center; Pierre (SD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in child development is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team. This role involves preparing nutritious meals, maintaining a clean kitchen, and adhering to health and safety regulations. You will play a vital role in supporting the dietary needs of children while ensuring compliance with childcare standards. If you have a passion for cooking and nurturing young minds through nutrition, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career in a supportive environment where your contributions make a real difference in the lives of families.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and nutrition standards.
• Ability to prepare and serve meals in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals according to approved menus.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Assist with inventory and ordering of food supplies.

Skills

Meal Preparation

Inventory Management

Sanitation Practices

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Education

ServSafe Handler Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Cook

Wage Range: $16.64-$18.11

Work Hours: M-F 6:00am-2:00pm

General Duties:

1. Support the budget and adhere to budget constraints.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to all OCDC Policies and Procedures, Childcare regulations, and Federal Performance Standards.
3. Demonstrate proper use of supplies and equipment and assist in the maintenance of Oahe Child Development Center (OCDC) grounds and facilities.
4. Participate in annual self-assessment, community assessment process, trainings, and staff meetings.
5. Support OCDC Policies and Procedures in the community, region and state when speaking about program mission, goals, and philosophy.
6. Attend CPR training every two years and first aid training annually. Must obtain certification in CPR every two years and first aid upon expiration date. Utilize this training as needed to provide services to children and families enrolled in the program.
7. Follows active supervision guidelines.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for preparing attractive, palatable, nutritious meals according to approved menus.
2. Responsible for the punctual serving of meals according to schedule.
3. Provide input into menu planning and makes appropriate substitutions as necessary.
4. Assist in ordering, monitoring, and maintaining inventory of food items purchased for meal services.
5. Maintain sanitary work settings including daily and weekly clean-up of kitchen area.
6. Set up, tear down, and cleaning of carts used for meals according to procedure and schedule.
7. Assist with washing dishes.
8. Responsible for kitchen laundry as needed.
9. Buy groceries as needed.
10. Monitor appliances and report any needed maintenance to Nutrition Specialist.
11. Assist education staff with preparation of nutrition education activities (i.e. purchasing supplies and foods).
12. Assist the Nutrition Specialist in maintaining the daily records in compliance with the Child and Adult Food Care Program (i.e. production records).
13. Complete ServSafe Handler certification within 6 months.
14. Follow all health and safety requirements (i.e. CAFCP, OSHA).
15. Must be able to take over duties of absent co-workers.
16. Follow and adhere to all meal change plans for children with written plans allergies, intolerances, and special requests.
17. Other duties as assigned.