Cook- Allison Cassens ECDC

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Early Childhood Development Center Director, the Cook is responsible for guaranteeing that the children are served nutritious, good-tasting, and appealing meals and snacks. It is the Cook's responsibility to prepare these meals and snacks by methods that maintain high nutrient levels and that are sanitary. The Cook also must deliver meals to the classroom ready for meal service and suitable for the children's age and development. The Cook purchases all food and supplies necessary and keeps records required by the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), the Delegate Agency, and the Grantee. This position involves extensive organizing, problem-solving, record keeping, and time management.

OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Purchases food and supplies necessary to prepare the planned menus for the number of enrolled children and program staff.
2. Plans meals far enough ahead to minimize the need for food substitutions; when substitutions are necessary, with prior approval, purchases and serves food of equivalent nutritional value. Modifies menus for children's field trips; notes all modifications and substitutes on the posted menu and for CACFP records.
3. Prepares meals and snacks in such a way that a minimum of nutrients are lost from foods, that ensure foods taste good and look appealing, and that there are ample amounts of foods for children to have as many servings as they need.
4. Maintains established standards of sanitation, safety, and food preparation and storage as set by the local and state health departments; maintains an orderly, sanitary, and safe kitchen.
5. Modifies menus and recipes and prepares foods to meet the developmental needs of infants and toddlers and the medical and feeding needs of children with disabilities or food allergies.
6. Delivers foods from the kitchen to the classrooms ready to be served as suitable for the children's age and development. (See guidance)
7. Maintains cost control, budget, and inventory systems based on CAFCP procedures including records of food production, service, and attendance.
8. Assures the proper care and maintenance of all food service equipment; identifies equipment needs for food preparation and service and assists in purchasing as needed.
9. Assists teachers with developing food activities for the children in the classroom.
10. Cooperates with and participates in nutrition education activities for staff, parents, and children.
11. Participates in all emergency drills and environmental safety activities.
12. Attends and participates in grantee-sponsored training, center pre-service and in-service training, and other continuing education, career, and professional development opportunities.
13. Participates in the agency's self-evaluation process and grantee monitoring visits and complies with any applicable Program Improvement Plans developed.
14. Participates in general staff meetings and other meetings and events planned by the grantee and delegate agency as requested.
15. Performs other duties, as assigned.
16. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

Requirements

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.

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