Nutrition Provider II

Community Action Agency Of Oklahoma; Bethany (OK); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Agency Of Oklahoma seeks a Kitchen Cook to support Head Start meals, ensuring nutritious, economical options in line with USDA Child Care Program standards. You will work with staff, parents, and the Nutrition Specialist to provide meals, menus, and education.

The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years cooking experience, and the ability to obtain a Food Handler's permit. Travel to offsite locations may be required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• 2+ years paid experience in food preparation from basic recipes.
• Must meet state requirements including fingerprinting.
• Good health and personal hygiene.
• Ability to obtain Food Handler's permit.
• Willing to attend continued training in the field.
• Have transportation and Oklahoma driver's license.
• Ability to work with diverse cultures and preschool children.
• No physical restrictions precluding duties.
• Meet required Work Environment standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves meals for breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
• Develops cycle menus with guidance from Nutrition Specialist and staff.
• Maintains kitchen equipment in sanitary condition; performs preventive maintenance.
• Keeps records of meals served and food quantities used.
• Maintains inventory and records of foods purchased and vendors.
• Manages storage of food per health and safety rules.
• Assists in planning parent nutrition and education activities.
• Ensures proper sanitation, safety, and cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Occasional travel to offsite locations for program needs.
• Develops and tests new recipes and products.

Skills

Food prep

Food safety

Cooking

Diversity awareness

Time management

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: New Heights Head Start - Bethany, OK 73008

Job Summary

Acts as a support function in meeting the nutritional needs of program eligible pre-school aged children. Responsible for the daily operation of a Head Start kitchen and the preparation of nutritious, economical, and edible meals in accordance with USDA Child Care Program requirements, performance standards, and established menus. Works cooperatively with staff, parents, and the Staff Nutrition Specialist.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves required meals in proper waste free quantities to include breakfast, lunch, and supplements.
• Develops cycle menus in accordance with the USDA Child Care Food Program with assistance and input from the Nutrition Specialist, parent(s), and the Nutrition Provider I.
• Maintains kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary condition and performs preventive maintenance.
• Knowledgeable of USDA Child Care Food Program regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Responsible for the proper storage of food to include health, sanitary and temperature requirements.
• Responsible for the proper disposal of kitchen waste.
• Participates in continued training to improve nutrition skills in all areas of the Food Service Career Field.
• Works cooperatively with center staff and volunteers to incorporate nutrition into the total curriculum and participates in center food related learning activities.
• Follows required sanitation and safety practices to include personal appearance and hygiene. Responsible for the overall cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Participates and assists in the planning of parent nutrition and Consumer Education in cooperation with the staff, Nutrition Specialist and Center Director.
• Maintains daily records, by meal, of the number of children and adults participating and the types and quantities of food utilized.
• Maintains an inventory and record of foods purchased, vendor/company used, and price by item.
• Maintains a perpetual inventory of USDA commodities issued and utilized. Identify and recommend equipment needs.
• Develop and test new recipes and products.
• Responsible for the control of rodents and insects within the kitchen, effecting required extermination actions.
• This position requires frequent travel to offsite locations.

Working Conditions

Work responsibilities are performed in a commercially furnished, licensed childcare facility. Must be physically fit to stand for hours while preparing meals, reach above the head and below the knee, and be able to lift forty-five (45) pounds.

Qualifications Required

• High school graduate or GED.
• A minimum of two (2) years paid experience in the preparation of food from basic recipe ingredients.
• Must meet all applicable requirements established by state and funding sources to include finger printing.
• Good health and personal hygiene.
• Ability to obtain Food Handler's permit.
• Must be willing to attend continued career field training.
• Have transportation available and a valid Oklahoma State driver's license.
• Ability to work with diverse cultures, the public and pre-school children.
• Have no physical restrictions that would preclude the performance of assigned duties.
• Meet required Work Environment standards.

Desired

• Formal training and experience in quantity cooking, nutrition, and kitchen/food management.
• Experience in working with young children.