Cook - Substitute, Head Start

Communifysb; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Communifysb is seeking a Cook - Substitute, Head Start in Santa Maria, CA. This temporary, as-needed position pays $18.00–$19.00 per hour and serves approximately 80–120 meals daily to children, parents, and staff within the Children’s Services Program.

The role includes purchasing food items, maintaining a sanitary kitchen, and following CACFP guidelines. A High School Diploma or GED, two years of kitchen experience, and ServSafe certification are preferred, with bilingual ability favored.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Two years' experience as a kitchen helper.
• ServSafe certificate required.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve daily nutritious meals meeting CACFP guidelines.
• Complete daily documentation and monthly reports of meals served.
• Purchase food items at local grocery stores and manage inventory.
• Maintain a sanitary and clean kitchen and safe operation of equipment.
• Attend regular trainings and meetings as assigned.
• Engage with coworkers, parents, volunteers, and children in a friendly and professional manner.
• Ensure substitutions for children with allergies and dietary needs.
• Carry out related duties as required.

Skills

Bilingual

ServSafe certificate

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Cook - Substitute, Head Start

Temporary Manual Labor Chapel Office, Santa Maria, CA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1606

Salary Range: $18.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Our Cook prepares and serves nutritious hot meals appropriate for children, parents, and staff in Children's Services Program. The cook prepares approximately 80-120 meals a day This position will also be responsible for purchasing the necessary food items at a local grocery store.

Our agency provides employees with a positive work environment and the ability to balance work & home.

This position is temporary position working as needed. Position starts out between $18.00 - $19.00 per hour and serves the Santa Maria, Guadalupe area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned.

• Follows appropriate fiscal procedures in order to obtain kitchen equipment and supplies as needed.
• Completes accurate daily documentation and monthly reports of meals served.
• Prepares and serves daily nutritious hot meals and snacks that meet CACFP guidelines
• Cleans kitchen facilities, washes dishes, pots and pans following the meal.
• Knowledge in using food slicer, food mixer, knives, dish washer, food scales and other equipment normally associated with an institutional kitchen and safety precautions for using this equipment.
• Helps take physical inventory of food and kitchen supplies.
• May be required to use personal transportation to purchase food supplies. Mileage compensation provided.
• Attends regular meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Maintain a sanitary and clean kitchen on a daily basis.
• Must be conscious of grocery purchases to ensure best cost and quality for items.
• Engages with coworkers, parents, volunteers, and children in a friendly and professional manner.
• Participates in monthly staff meeting and case conferencing as integral team member in planning and communication.
• Must be sensitive to children with special needs, the needs of low-income families, and cultural diversity.
• Is aware of all center's children with food allergies, and ensures they receive the doctor recommended substitutions.
• Completes accurate daily documentation and monthly reports of meals served.
• Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skill & Ability Required:

Cook I: Prepare and cook for 20-40 children a day and/or a total of two program options (preschool, toddler, or infant) and classroom teachers who will role model family style dining.

Education and/or Experience:High School Diploma or GED preferred. Two years' experience as a kitchen helper with CommUnify or comparable experience in food preparation for groups required, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Computer Skills:To perform this position successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; and Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current Valid California Driver's License and proof of insurance with ability to qualify for coverage under Agency insurance plan.

Other Skills and Abilities Bilingual preferred. Must hold or obtain ServSafe certificate.

Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; speak; and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.