Food Service Worker (Part-time)

Job Description

Job Description

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 meets 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 childcare 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 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.