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30 hours per week, 12 months per year

Job Goal:

The goal of this position is to prepare attractive USDA approved meals while keeping the kitchen and classroom areas clean and sanitary according to Health Department ordinances; to maintain adequate food stocks, kitchen supplies, and nutrition records.

We offer a benefit package including medical, dental, flexible spending account, life, EAP, 403(b) retirement plan, and paid time off! To view our Benefit Package click Benefit Booklet!

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Prepare creditable family-style meals for children, volunteers, and staff using UMCHS menu, menu planning sheets, standardized recipes and approved agency recipes
• Maintain nutrition records as required, including monthly receipts for USDA reimbursement
• Purchase food and supplies according to planned menu and seasonal availability
• Assist in planning and preparation of classroom Nutrition Activities
• Store food and supplies properly
• Maintain safety of the environment for staff and children
• Utilize the USDA Manager, Nutrition Services Director and Fiscal Director as resources to meet USDA and Head Start requirements
• Clean and sanitize dishes, tableware, pot, pans, etc. in a timely manner
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen at all times
• Ensure disposal of garbage each school day
• Perform minor maintenance duties as needed (change light bulbs, minor pest control, assist in maintaining exterior of building by picking up garbage, raking leaves, removing cobwebs, etc.)

Mandatory Vaccination:

• To protect the health and safety of our employees and families, and pursuant to the Governor's Order, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment by October 18, 2021. If you are unable to comply with this policy due to pregnancy, disability, or because of a sincerely held religious belief, we will ask for written verification.

Experience and Skills Requirements:

• Current Food Handlers card
• Experience in purchasing and preparing culturally diverse foods for groups
• Ability to understand and use basic math
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and ease in adaptation to new technology
• Knowledge of early childhood nutrition
• Skills in working with children
• Ability to keep accurate records
• Previous cook/custodial experience