Cook Application
Position: Cook
Location: Education Depot
Job Type: Full-Time
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Job Description
Under general supervision, plan, prepare and document all meals for the Education Depot Childcare Center children; and perform related work as required.
Scope
The Cook oversees operations of the food program, including hygiene, meal planning and preparation, food distribution to rooms, supervision of student workers, record keeping and all kitchen operations; ensures adherence to Child Care Food Program guidelines and all public health regulations regarding food storage and preparation.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Prepares nutritious meals and snacks for enrolled children; prepares substitute items for children on restricted diets.
2. Distributes food to the classrooms.
3. Practices safe food handling techniques in food preparation and storage.
4. Maintains verification of food and non-food purchases to meet CACFP (Child Care Food Program) requirements.
5. Keeps a daily meal production record following the requirements of the CACFP using the Simplified
Food Buying Guide (SFBG) to calculate amounts.
6. Keeps a daily record of menus.
7. In collaboration with the Program Supervisor and Site Supervisor, develops weekly menus to meet
CACFP meal pattern requirements.
8. Maintains a safe and sanitary kitchen, pantry and storage areas; washes items used for food preparation.
9. Attends CACFP conferences and other workshops as needed.
Employment Standards Ability To:
Work cooperatively with staff, students, vendors and funding agency monitors; maintain accurate written records; perform mathematical calculations accurately.
Knowledge Of:
Early childhood nutrition; production cooking.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school, or equivalent.
Experience in production or commercial cooking. Experience with the Child Care Food Program requirements and documentation preferred.
License or Certificate:
Valid Indiana driver’s license and insured automobile in good working order is required. ServSafe
Certification is preferred.
Special Requirements:
Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting heavy items (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking. Must pass fingerprint clearance and background search for all appropriate agencies (such as FBI, Department of Justice, and Child Abuse Index Services).