Early Learning Center, Cook (PT)

Diocese of St. Augustine; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Diocese of St. Augustine's St. John Paul II Early Learning Center seeks a part-time Cook to plan and prepare meals for the children under the Director's supervision, with a focus on health, safety, and compliance with DCF requirements.

Responsibilities include creating nutritious menus, maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen, staying within budget guidelines, and collaborating with teachers and staff to support the Center's mission and daily meal service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of modern cooking procedures and hygiene.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse team and families.
• Willingness to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious meals for the ELC as directed by the Director.
• Ensure health, sanitation, and safety guidelines are met.
• Maintain a clean, orderly kitchen and adhere to health standards.
• Work within budget guidelines and assist with inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

You may be uniquely called to mission-focused work to glorify the Lord by your life.You have talents to offer the Church, where you are loved simply for being you.What better way to glorify God than to use those gifts in supporting His Church?We are ministers, educators, creators, and servant leaders. It takes many types of people to accomplish our workthrough community, discipleship, excellence, hope, and service.We welcome and encourage you to apply to one or more of our open positions and appreciate your desire to help us spread the Gospel.

These are the open positions at prospective employers in the Diocese of St. Augustine. Each of these locations is responsible for the recruitment and selection (hiring) of its employees. This includes parishes, schools, the Chancery offices, and many other entities.

Position:

Early Learning Center, Cook (PT)

Location:

St. John Paul II Early Learning Center

Job Id:

3706

# of Openings:

1

DIOCESE OF ST. AUGUSTINE

ST. JOHN PAUL II EARLY LEARNING CENTER

COOK

FLSA Status: Part-Time Non-Exempt

Reports To: Director

Primary Function:

Under the direction of the Director, is responsible for the planning and preparation of meals for early learning center children.

• Support the ELC's spiritual and educational mission
• Plan and prepare nutritious and well-balanced meals as prescribed by ELC and DCF requirements and applicable laws.
• Ensure at all times that health, sanitation, and safety requirements are met.
• Maintain a clean kitchen in accordance with normally accepted health guidelines
• Work within allotted budget guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern cooking procedures and health and hygiene requirements
• 1 years’ experience as a cook in a commercial or private environment preferred
• Must have a working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of the Diocese and Catholic Church.
• Excellent communications skills, verbal and written; excellent human relations and interpersonal skills
• Must be a self-starter, well organized: perform multiple tasks simultaneously and work with a sense of urgency
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; punctuality is a must at all times; ability to travel locally as required; weekend and overtime work may be required
• Professional bearing; clean and neat personal appearance
• Ability to successfully pass a background, criminal history, and credit history check.
• Deal with teachers, parents, and others in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner
• Be able to read directions and safety warnings. Must be safety and health conscious at all times.
• Complete Protecting God's Children. The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check. For the Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, visit this site: https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

Physical/Mental Requirements:

Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal cafeteria environment.

Required Activities:

Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; and carrying