Head Start/Early Head Start Cook - Monongahela

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent 
• Experience in Food Service field preferred

     WORK WEEK:

• M-F; 7:00 - 2:30 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Regular and reliable attendance is essential.
• Participate in required meetings and training opportunities which may involve out-of-town travel.
• Reads from menus to estimate food requirements (according to the CACFP requirements) and completes food order for vendor and/or purchase it from a local vendor. Also, responsible for proper storing of food and supplies.
• Checks temperatures of milk coolers, freezer, and refrigerators and records it daily. Adjusts thermostat controls to regulated temperatures to maintain proper temperature.
• Measures and mixes ingredients using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams foods as required.
• Ensures proper temperature of food for serving by use of a calibrated Bl-metallic food thermometer.
• Portion food into serving plates and bowls for family style meal service.
• Makes appropriate substitutions according to CACFP regulations.
• Records menu changes on menu.
• Models healthy eating with students; assist children as needed.
• Prepares meals for children with special feeding needs.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen/workspace prior to and after food service.
• Takes out the garbage.
• Vacuums/sweeps entry ways and classrooms.
• Disinfects child and adult bathrooms (cleaning surfaces and mopping the floor).
• Record and complete necessary CACFP documentation/recording logs.
• Responsible for obtaining and reporting Non-Federal In-Kind.
• Serve as a resource to all Blueprints Service Areas for staff training, client services and outreach.  

• Competitive wage, salary & benefits 
• 403B, Paid time off, Employee Assistance Program
• IRS mileage reimbursement - .70 Cents/mile

For more information visit our website www.myblueprints.org, or call Alexis Rosko at 724-225-9550 Ext. 424