Assists the Head Cook with all aspects of food preparation and serving for a child care center and summer food program. Regular full-time; Monday-Friday; 6:00 a.m. - 2:00p.m.; $15.89/hour
- Assists Head Cook with preparation and cooking of daily meals.
- Assists in the maintenance and monitoring of Health Department regulations.
- Sets up carts for delivery of food to classrooms and return.
- Place food into hot packs and vehicles for transport to off-site locations.
- Transport, as needed, food and supplies to the off-site classroom.
- Wash dishes and food prep areas
- In absence of Head Cook o Completes required paperwork; Orders food; Directs Kitchen Assistants in their job duties
- Promotes agency mission.
- Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics.
- Maintains consistent professional customer service.
- Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting selfsufficiency. ? Other duties as designated by supervisor.
RequirementsKnowledge, Skills Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2 years of work experience cooking or degree or post high school certification in food preparation
- Knowledge of health and food sanitation procedures and practices
- Knowlege of food allergies and food related diseases and the ingredients that can cause allergies/intolerances
- Basic math and record keeping skills
Special Requirements:
- Have or obtain within 90 days of employment, Food Handler Safety Training certificate (as required by Chautauqua County Department of Health)M
- Meets OCFS training requirements and maintains training logs
- Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times.
- Completes all required NYS background clearances.
- Pre-employment physical exams and TB Testing.
- Valid Driver's license.
- Reliable transportation
- Authorized Driver of a COI Vehicle.
- Ability to travel throughout the county.
- Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required; subject to random drug and alcohol testing for cause.
- Works compassionately with a diverse population.