YMCA of Greater OKC Child Development Center Cook

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• The Cook is responsible for dividing the food (breakfast and lunch) into serving dishes for classrooms.
• Responsibilities include but are not limited to; providing a clean safe and secure environment by cleaning the kitchen, sweep the floors, mop, windows, laundry, as well as maintaining positive relations and communications with families, partnership agencies and program staff.
• Ensures that the cleanliness of the kitchen meets program standards as well as Oklahoma Department of Human Service Licensing Regulations, N.A.E.Y.C. guideline, Oklahoma City/County Health Department and the Federal School Lunch licensing regulations.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a command of spoken and written English to serve as a language role model.
• Must be certified by the Red Cross in PR/CPR, AED, O2, and First Aid.
• Obtain Food Handlers Certification and update as needed.
• Follow Child Abuse Report Guidelines.
• Meet all Health Department Guidelines.
• Meet all Oklahoma Department of Human Service Licensing Regulations.
• Minimum of 6 months experience working in a kitchen.
• Excellent organizational skills required.
• Ability to provide a positive, nurturing environment for children required.
• Ability to be flexible in assignment and work hours.
• Ability to provide superior customer service required.

• Preparation and service of 3 meals for children enrolled at The YMCA Child Development Center
• Prepare CACFP compliant menus
• Knowledge and understanding of serving sizes and components as mandated by CACFP
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen work space, appliances and dishes
• Weekly ordering of school age and child care meals and snacks through approved vendors.
• Maintain pantry goods in FIFO order

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a command of spoken and written English to serve as a language role model.
• Must be certified by the Red Cross in PR/CPR, AED, O2, and First Aid.
• Obtain Food Handlers Certification and update as needed.
• Follow Child Abuse Report Guidelines.
• Meet all Health Department Guidelines.
• Meet all Oklahoma Department of Human Service Licensing Regulations.
• Minimum of 6 months experience working in a kitchen.
• Excellent organizational skills required.
• Ability to provide a positive, nurturing environment for children required.
• Ability to be flexible in assignment and work hours.
• Ability to provide superior customer service required.

• Knowledge of YMCA mission and core values
• Prior experience serving children in a large child based center