Cook Assistant

Ardent Preschool

Cook Assistant Job Description

Summary/Objective
The Cook assistant supports the Cook in daily meal preparation including snacks for the students. In the Cook's absence, the assistant performs cooking duties and leads food preparation for the students with the campus to include planning, ordering and preparing meals for students.

Essential Functions

Prepare meals and snacks in a way that a minimum amount of nutrients are lost
Plan shopping lists
Clean and organize the kitchen and pantry

Daily Tasks

Prepare food items according to the campus menu
Adjust recipes to volume of demand
Serve breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack in a timely manner
Sanitize the kitchen and equipment
Participates in the storage and utilization of leftover ingredients and products

Weekly Tasks

Assist with food delivered to the campus
Submit food and supply list to the Assistant Director in Lead Cook absence
Assist with inventory of food and supplies

Monthly Tasks

Meet with front office staff to see if there are any events or special occasions to prepare for (Ex: Muffins for Moms)
Stay up to date on county health code regulations and inspection requirements

Quarterly Tasks

Review/ obtain updated allergy information from parents
Maintain certifications

Abilities
× Record Keeping
× Problem Solving
× Time Management

Qualifications

High school diploma
1 years cook experience, volume meal preparation experience preferred
Successfully pass a background check
ServSafe certified
DHR Suitability required

Physical Demands
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently stand, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, 40 hour work week; Monday through Friday and hours vary. Extended hours may be necessary as needed to cover staffing during
business hours.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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