Early Childhood - Food Service Cook

Child Care Resources Inc; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic organization in New Hampshire seeks a part-time Food Service Coordinator. This role involves planning menus, preparing meals, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal for those who enjoy working with youth and have a passion for food service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in food preparation.
• Knowledge of health codes and nutrition requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plans weekly menus and prepares meals/snacks.
• Maintains a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Takes inventory of food and supplies.

Skills

Food Preparation Safety Standards

Time Management

Multi-tasking

Job description

Summary

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire is a dynamic organization that currently supports 200 staff working in 30 Early Childhood and Out of School Time programs with a large geographic footprint.We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Food Service Coordinator position.

The Food Service Coordinator position is responsible for facilitation of all operations of the food program. Plans and implements weekly menus and prepares meals and/or snacks for Club members. This position is also responsible for keeping proper documentation regarding meal preparation, control of food supply inventories, and keeping kitchen facilities clean and organized. Administers and follows all USDA guidelines and requirements. This is a great opportunity to work "mothers hours" from 9-2 Monday- Friday.

Duties

• Plans weekly menus, orders food and supplies, prepares food, and serves meals. Meals need to meet or exceed CAFCP/SFSP guidelines.
• Maintains a healthy, safe and clean environment. Maintains sanitation levels mandated by the USDA.
• Takes inventory of food, beverages, and operating supplies.
• Checks Food Bank for usable products twice a week (Monday & Thursday) at a minimum.
• Stays within budget for both snacks and meal programs when making purchases.
• Keeps record of participant data (sign-in sheets).
• Maintains a safety-conscious attitude in performing duties.
• Cleans and maintains equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of one-year job-related experience in food preparation in a cafeteria setting or related field.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Knowledge of food preparation safety standards, health codes, sanitation principles, and nutrition requirements.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• The ability and desire to work with youth ages 5 to 18.
• Must be able to multi-task and have excellent time management skills.
• Must be willing to travel between locations when requested. (Only occasional travel may be required.)

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS

-All of the candidates that are offered a job with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire will have to submit for an FBI fingerprint background check and submit to a background check through the State of NH Criminal Records Dept. and FirstAdvantage. Note: The State of NH Childcare Licensing Bureau may prohibit you from being employed by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire should there be a disqualifying finding on your criminal record. In addition, even if the State of NH reviews your records and allows you to work at the Club, we still reserve the right to determine your employment status.

-This organization has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and will not tolerate mistreatment or abuse in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment and cooperation with law enforcement.

Nice To Haves

Please visit www.nhyouth.org to learn more about our organization.

Benefits

This is a non-exempt, part-time position.