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BASIC FUNCTIONS
The Cook/Assistant Cook assists on a full time or part time basis in the service of meals and snacks in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and agency policy. The Cook/Assistant Cook reports to the Kitchen Manger / Assistant Center Director / Center Director, and may be required to assume overall responsibility for kitchen operation in the absence of the Kitchen Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS
A high school diploma or G.E.D. and experience with institutional food service are required. The Cook/Assistant Cook meet all qualifications required by the local health department or other supervisory organizations.
NATURE AND SCOPE
The Cook/Assistant Cook participates in all phases of the operation of a full service kitchen and child care food program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following general areas:
General Management
- Assistance with daily preparation, cooking, serving, and cleaning up of all meals and snacks.
- Assistance with meal counts, food inventories, and other records required by the agency, by regulatory offices, and by USDA.
- Attendance at staff meetings, in-service workshops, and nutritional education programs, as appropriate.
- Reporting of any problems in kitchen operation to the Kitchen Manager or Center Director.
- Assumption of responsibilities with minimal supervision, is reliable; is flexible; has a positive, supportive attitude toward both children and adults.
- Participation in center and agency events, as appropriate.
Meal Planning/Service
- Participation in all aspects of meal service within planned menu cycle.
- Assistance with special meals for volunteers or staff, for picnics, for field trips and for other occasions as needed.
Inventory
- Assistance with ordering of food and kitchen supplies, as needed.
- Assistance with inventory processing and record keeping, as needed.
Environment
- Participation in cleaning and upkeep of kitchen, pantry, and dining areas, as well as equipment and supplies.
- Reporting promptly to Kitchen Manager/Assistant Center Director/Center Director any needed repairs or any unsafe or unsanitary conditions in the kitchen/pantry/dining areas.
Other
- Other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager/Assistant Center Director/Center Director.
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