Cook

Job TitleESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensures all children are appropriately chaperoned and never left unattended in all situations such as facility, transportation, playground, or community outing.Coordinates daily food preparation using efficient methods in volume food preparation for breakfast, lunch, and snack.Maintains records required by Child and Adult Care Feeding Program (CACFP), i.e. food usage, menu changes, inventory, daily meal counts, allergies, ordering, etc.Oversees other kitchen staff to assure they use proper cooking and sanitation methods.Maintains equipment, clean and sanitize kitchen facility according to PA State Health Department, Head Start Performance Standards, and State Regulations.Conducts on-site mini training sessions for staff and parents.Keeps supervisor informed of daily operations and any safety hazards in kitchen.Provides children with allergies and special diets the correct substitutions.Sets tables.Food Preparation for Parent Meetings and evening meetings.Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:When in assigned center eats with children as needed sharing the same menu, while demonstrating socially acceptable behaviors and manners.Provides assistance with phone and door as needed at the center.Attends evening meetings and participates in job related training as required.Able to lift up to 40 lbs and bend as necessary.Follows the program procedures relating to confidentiality.Performs overnight travel as required.Mandated Child Abuse/Neglect reporterREQUIREMENTS:KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Proficient oral and written communication skillsProficient reading, writing, and math skillsAbility to deal tactfully with the publicDemonstrates the ability to multi-task and adapt to changing environmentServSafe CertificationPediatric First Aid and CPR CertificationMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma or GED. (Required)Current PA Driver's License and reliable transportation. (Required)Free of Child Abuse/Neglect history as verified by proper authorities prior to employment. (Required)Must obtain Child Abuse, PA State Police, FBI Fingerprinting and NSOR Clearances prior to starting employment. (Required)Must pass initial and annual physical exam and TB screening. (Required)Must meet vaccination requirements set by funding sources. (Required)Experience with volume cooking and serving the public. (Preferred)