Preschool Cook

Job Description

The cook plans, prepares, serves, and documents all meals & snacks for the center. Accurately follows the cycle menus in accordance with programs budget and state & federal nutritional program guidelines. Keeps an accurate inventory of food & supplies; order inventory as needed.

The cook oversees operations of the food program, including hygiene & sanitation, meal planning, & preparation.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Ensures adherence to FPA guidelines and all public health regulations regarding food storage & prep
• Plans/maps food & supply purchases
• Obtains & retains child nutrition labels
• Develops 4-week menu with Directors approval
• Attends FPA conferences, workshops, & trainings as needed
• Uses proper hygiene protocols (handwashing, gloves, hair nets, etc.) when preparing and serving meals & snacks
• Distributes meals & snacks to classrooms at the appropriate temperatures
• Stores food at appropriate temperature
• Email and/or faxes all meal production, receipts, & time distribution reports on a weekly/monthly basis
• Maintains a safe & sanitary kitchen
• Washes food preparation items using sanitizing methods determined by the health department
• Keeps kitchen counters, cabinets, shelves, veggie/fruit rack, pantry, appliances, and all work areas clean & free from hazards & rodents
• Relieve co-workers for restroom breaks, lunch breaks, etc.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Willing to listen, learn, & apply best efforts
• Maintains CPR/First aid