What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Worker position at Joyful Care Children's Academy?
About This Role
As a Food Service Worker, you will play a critical role in providing a safe and healthy environment for children. Your responsibilities will include planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks, managing kitchen operations, and maintaining a clean and sanitary facility. You will also be expected to support the center's philosophy and programs, and demonstrate reliability and accountability in your work. This is a unique opportunity to join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of children.
What You'll Do
- Ensure the cleanliness and functional operation of equipment, small kitchen appliances, and work areas.
- Deliver food to children in a timely and efficient manner.
- Prepare and cook food according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or the number of portions to be served.
- Wash and sanitize pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
- Track and record food usage and expenditures for future reference.
- Supervise and direct the activities of one or more assistants in preparing and serving meals.
- Prepare a variety of baked goods, including breads, rolls, and pastries.
- Operate an InstaPot and Air Fryer with ease.
- Conduct regular inventory checks of supplies and equipment.
- Monitor menus and spending to ensure meals are prepared economically.
- Plan menus that are varied, nutritionally balanced, and appealing to children.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Director to meet company needs.
- Transport children in the center vehicle as necessary.
Requirements
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time.
- Must have 6 months of relevant experience.
- Lifting up to 50 lbs is a requirement.
- Clear vision and hearing are essential.
- A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
- A Food Management Certificate and ServSafe Certificate are necessary; obtainable within 90 days if not already possessed.
- Previous experience in cooking and/or food preparation for large groups, preferably in a childcare setting.
- Flexibility in scheduling is a plus, with a preference for weekday morning to mid-day shifts.
- Reliable attendance and accountability are expected.
- Successful background checks and VA licensing standards are mandatory.
Nice to Have
While not required, experience with menu planning and food budgeting would be beneficial. Additionally, knowledge of local and in-season foods would be an asset in planning nutritious and appealing meals.
Benefits
- What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Full-time employee benefits after 60 Days
- Annual pay increase
- The center offered meals
- Health insurance offered
- Dental and vision insurance offered (employer pays 50%)
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- George Washington's Birthday
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Columbus Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- 2 Weeks' vacation time annually (Full-Time Employees only)
- Vacation time for part-time is based on hrs worked (0.002 accrual rate)
- 7 paid sick days
- Teacher-to-children ratios followed
- Discount programs for employees (MyVIPSavings.com)
- Leave donation program offered
- Breastfeeding area on site for nursing mothers
- Continued focus on your professional development
- Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) program paid for
- Paid staff training/staff meetings
- 2 paid on-site professional development days
- The center is closed on staff professional development days
- School entry is limited to personnel and enrolled children only
- School is deep cleaned daily
- Health screening of faculty and children in attendance is conducted daily
- Full support from our directors and resources to be successful in the classroom
- Your health and safety are our priority! We have protocols more stringent than state requirements to ensure the safety of all our faculty and students
- Your health and safety are our top concern. We have implemented stringent COVID-19 health and safety procedures, including the following:
- a. Personal protective equipment (PPE) procedures followed per CDC recommendations
- b. Hand Washing and sanitation procedures have been adapted to meet applicable CDC recommendations
Salary : $14 - $17