Ticonderoga Childcare Center Kitchen Staff And Floater

Description

Under the direction of the Early Childhood Director, the Childcare Center Kitchen Staff And Floater will be responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks for children in the program. As needed, this role involves limited assistance in classroom/center activities. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Establishes Weekly and Monthly  meal plans; 
• Prepares and serves meals and snacks, per plan.
• Assists with inventory, ordering and tracking of supplies to meet meal plans. 
• Keeps records of adherence to the CACP nutrition program; participates in training. 
• Coordinates with Silver Bay’s executive chef on meal planning and ordering of supplies.
• Maintains adherence to Serv-Safe or other health and safety standards.
• Ensures a clean and organized kitchen, on a daily basis. 
• Provides classroom support during children’s play and/or rest periods. 
• Provides classroom support to help cover breaks and  address coverage gaps as needed.
• Assists in other classroom and center activities, as needed.
• Adheres to all NYS OCFS, Department of Health, NAEYC, CDC, and Silver Bay YMCA standards, regulations, and expectations. 
• Facilitates food service trainings, as required by CACFP.
• Participates in required training and workshops, as needed to meet NYS OCFS regulations of 30 hours every 2 years.
• Performs other duties, as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Experience in food preparation in a childcare setting is preferred.
•  Serv-Safe and/or other food handling health and safety certification is required.
• A friendly, professional demeanor is required; must have the ability to relate to children and develop positive relationships.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
• Must hold or be able to obtain First Aid, CPR and AED certifications within 30 days of hire.
• Must complete Child Abuse Prevention and Health and Safety course from NYS OCFS within 30 days of hire.