Cook

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is hiring a Kitchen Cook at YMCA Collins Early Learning Center to prepare and serve meals in compliance with CACFP and USDA guidelines, while maintaining daily menus and food safety.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year of meal preparation, ServSafe certification within 30 days, and the ability to work in a team withstanding physical demands.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of industrial-scale food preparation and handling.
• Strong focus on cleanliness and workplace safety.
• Follows CACFP, USDA and Head Start standards.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare purchase orders according to established procedures.
• Receive, store, and inventory foods and utensils.
• Maintain CACFP Daily Menu and Food Service Records.
• Maintain sanitation and safety codes in the kitchen.
• Assist with serving meals and creating attractive portions.
• Wash dishes and clean kitchen equipment.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Cleanliness

Stamina

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Job Overview

NATURE AND SCOPE: Reporting directly to the Center Manager, the Cook is responsible for the preparation and service of meals and the implementation of the food service program in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and Child and Adult Care Food Program and USDA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare purchase orders according to established procedures.
• Receive and store food.
• Keep inventory of foods and utensils and equipment.
• Maintain the required CACFP Daily Menu and Food Service Records.
• Comply with all sanitation and safety codes.
• Assist with serving meals according to time schedules.
• Make menu substitutions when needed following established procedures.
• Serve meals in an attractive manner.
• Wear mandated attire (white uniform, enclosed, skid‑free shoes), hair net, apron, manicured, short nails (free of colored nail polish) and gloves when handling food products.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness in the food service area.
• Compare food delivery invoices to food and supplies delivered.
• Store food and supplies properly.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, etc.
• Clean kitchen equipment.
• Store clean dishes, pots, pans, etc. according to guidelines.
• Discard unused foods that were served.
• Cover food before serving to units.
• Sweep floors.

Additional Skills

• Food preparation – knowledge about food preparation and ability to contribute to industrial‑or institutional‑scale food handling and prep.
• Food safety – knowledge in this role, food handler should be well‑versed in best practices for safe handling and transportation of food to prevent spoilage and other contamination.
• Attention to cleanliness‑workplace safety and cleanliness are essential in preventing contamination and illness; the food handlers should have a thorough understanding of cleaning and sanitation.
• Physical fitness – food handler may need and must be able to perform repetitive or strenuous tasks during food preparation, so they should possess a high level of stamina.
• Teamwork – work with other team members, team collaboration and communication are necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma and/or GED equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in preparing meals.
• Must have or be able to obtain a ServSafe Certification within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to pass all required background checks (which may include fingerprinting) and drug screens.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

Ergonomics

Must be able to stand for long periods of time, move about the kitchen and site as needed, and lift up to 30 lbs.

Employment and Benefits

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through Early Childhood Development Co., LLC, whose sole managing member is the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc. The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence.

Location

YMCA Collins Early Learning Center

EEO Statement

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.