Food Service Cook - Early Head Start (Billings, MT)

Early Head Start Food Service CookEarly Head Start Food Service Cook - $17.75 per hour. AWARE - Billings, MT - Full-TimeIf you are passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in your community, we invite you to join our team at AWARE.AWARE is looking for the right person to join the team as a food service cook.The support we provide helps the adults, children, and families we serve become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. We are a compassionate and fully engaged team that is dedicated to providing the best possible care to our clients. Our strength lies in our culture of care, and we are looking for individuals who share our commitment to providing unconditional care to those in need.We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply to join our team at AWARE.Responsibilities:Plan menus according to CACFP nutrition guidelines and reimbursement requirements.Shop for meals and snacks as directed;Maintain a clean and sanitized prep and cooking area at all times;Prepare breakfast, lunch and snack serve to classrooms.Responsible for maintaining CACFP refrigerator/freezer temperature charts and food production logs.Responsible for cleaning the kitchens and daily dishes. Responsible for cleaning the bathrooms and taking out kitchen trash when the janitor is absent.Consistently follows universal health precautions. May be asked to cover lunch breaks for teachers if staff numbers are low.Reports to work at scheduled times and maintains good attendance. Perform all duties in a timely and professional manner.Participate with a positive attitude and behavior in all program activities.Participates in mandatory AWARE training, in-services, staff meetings, and corporate committees as assigned.Upon hiring, will undergo training and will be expected to pass testing in the following areas: First Aid/CPR, Blood-Borne Pathogens, Fire Safety, Food Handler, and Vehicle OperationsPerform other duties as assigned and reasonably within the scope of the duties listed above.Benefits: Health Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401k, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Advancement, Professional Development.RequirementsTalents, skills, and abilities:High School Diploma or GED is required along with at least one year of direct employment related experience.Must have a valid Montana driver's license