Cook - Building Blocks Preschool and Daycare

Cook-Job Description

Purpose:

Responsible for the preparation of food and the cleanliness of kitchen and food storage areas.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

? Prepare Breakfast, A.M. snack, Lunch, & P.M snack and have ready on time according to the schedule

? Keep food appropriate temperatures

? Have an appropriate amount of food for each class prepared

? Wash dishes, disinfect dishes, dry and store dishes

? Wipe up/clean and disinfect tables & counters

? Wipe down/Clean stoves, microwaves, fridges, & freezers

? Sweep lunchroom and kitchen floor (Mop as necessary)

? Monitor food supplies & order as needed

? Date and put away orders

? Budget food supplies to minimize costs.

? Keep the paperwork for the Food Program up to date and organized

? Maintain standards of sanitation, health, safety & nutrition

Minimum Qualifications:

? High school diploma or equivalency

? Basic knowledge of food preparation and nutrition

? Ability to read, write, and do simple arithmetic

? Clean and neat appearance

? Relate to both children and adults

? Consistent attendance

? Physical examination by a physician

? Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.

? Background check completed

? Demonstrate the following qualities:

*Self-motivation

*follow directions

*make good judgments

*respond immediately to any emergency situation

? Physical constraints required include:

* ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without hearing aid

*ability to see/read newsprint with or without corrective lenses

*speak and be understood under normal circumstances

*lift and carry children/items weighing up to 50 pounds

*use of arms, hands, legs & feet with or without corrective devices to accomplish the job, including evacuation of the building during emergencies

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