Head Start Kitchen Supervisor

Save The Children; Spiro (OK); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Parental/adoption benefits

Tuition assistance

Learning & Growth

Job summary

Save the Children in Oklahoma is seeking a Cook to support Head Start/ Early Head Start meals, following USDA/CACFP standards, preparing and serving meals, and maintaining inventory and cleanliness.

You will work across kitchens as needed, supervise staff or volunteers, and ensure safety and sanitation while partnering with teachers and families.

The role requires a high school diploma and 3+ years in food service; ServSafe or CACFP experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, plus at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to service to children.
• Proven relevant knowledge of basic food preparation and kitchen operations, including food safety requirements.
• Ability to relate sensitively with children and to work well with staff, parents and families.
• Proven commitment to teamwork and customer service orientation.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Proven teamwork orientation and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the basics of working with preschool children and infants/toddlers.
• Proven ability to follow directions and take initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to keep all information on families strictly confidential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food and assist in any food related activities as directed and menus as approved by a registered dietitian/nutritionist.
• Make accommodations for special dietary needs. Maintain accurate records, both on paper and in designated online systems.
• Oversee maintenance of inventory for all necessary supplies, food and equipment used for food services operations.
• Oversee the processing and storage of food and food related items as they are delivered.
• Safely operate, clean, and maintain utensils and equipment used in an institutional kitchen.
• Adhere to and ensure sanitation requirements are met when storing, handling and preparing food.
• Oversee full kitchen operations and may supervise additional staff or volunteer assistance.
• Implement a cost-effective food service program according to federal, state and local regulations.
• Ensure that standardized recipes are followed and appropriate quantities of food are prepared and served.
• Prepare and serve all meals as planned, paying attention to food presentation and freshness.
• Distribute and post weekly menu.
• Deliver food to classrooms and other Centers, where applicable.
• Protect the safety of children by implementing active supervision techniques.
• Apply clear practice and procedure in day-to-day execution of job.
• Organize self and manage time to get things done.
• Keep manager informed of important issues.
• Build effective relationships within their workgroup and with children/families
• Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

English proficiency

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CACFP knowledge

ServSafe (preferred)

Job description

Save the Children in Oklahoma is seeking a Cook to support Head Start/ Early Head Start meals, following USDA/CACFP standards, preparing and serving meals, and maintaining inventory and cleanliness.

You will work across kitchens as needed, supervise staff or volunteers, and ensure safety and sanitation while partnering with teachers and families.

The role requires a high school diploma and 3+ years in food service; ServSafe or CACFP experience is preferred.