Culinary Custodian

Job Title

Culinary Custodian

Essential Job Functions

• Prepares breakfast, lunch, snacks, and other meals according to the center's menu, which follow Mississippi Health Department nutrition guidelines
• Adapts manus to accommodate children with food allergies, dietary restrictions, or special needs.
• Ensures portion sizes are appropriate for the age group served.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment in compliance with local, state and federal health regulations.
• Follows proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures to prevent foodborne illnesses.
• Monitors and record temperatures of food and kitchen equipment, such as refrigerators and freezes
• Manages kitchen inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storing food and supplies.
• Conducts regular inventory checks and maintain accurate records
• Works within a budget to order ingredients and supplies needed for meal preparation.
• Communicates with parent regarding their child's dietary needs and preferences.
• Participates in staff meetings and training sessions as required.
• Maintain accurate records of meal production, food inventory, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist with any necessary inspections and ensure the kitchen meets all licensing requirements.
• Clean kitchen equipment, utensils, and dishes after meal preparation
• Collect and dispose of trash in the proper manner
• Vacuum, sweep and mop floors; washes and cleans windows and mirrors; cleans and maintains restrooms.
• Support research actives related to nutrition, dietary assessments, clinical studies, and/or product innovation.
• Assist in the design, coordination, and implementation of nutrition-related studies.
• Prepare ingredients, equipment, and material needed for cooking demos or nutrition displays.
• Provide general administrative support to program staff and researchers as needed.
• Support the development and distribution of educational handouts and materials

Qualifications

Minimum Education 

• High school diploma or equivalent, 
• Experience in food preparation, preferably in a childcare, school, or institutional setting
• Knowledge of USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines is a plus

Minimum Experience

• Two (2) years' experience as a food preparation, planning, and service in childcare setting or equivalent

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of Food Nutrition and meal preparation
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork and time management skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Emotional maturity, creativity, and innovation
• Flexibility in receiving assignments or adapting o food program changes
• Clean the interior of buildings including floors, carpet, rugs, windows, and walls

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.