Kitchen Staff/Cook - Indiana Public Schools : Job Details

We seek a highly motivated and experienced Kitchen Staff Worker to prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in a licensed child care facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy kitchen environment while adhering to all regulatory agency guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities:

* Prepare all meals and snacks following issued menus and directives.

* Keep accurate records including inventory and production records.

* Comply with all CACFP and state regulations and guidelines.

* Comply with all regulatory agency guidelines and regulations.

* Wash kitchenware and tableware.

* Keep kitchen, appliances, etc. clean, sanitized, and in good working condition.

* Complete accurate food order requests

* Inventory food supply, reporting food supply needs to the Director.

* Report to the Director any maintenance or non-food supply needs in the kitchen.

* Properly store food and non-food supplies upon delivery.

* Keep all food items stored properly and at the appropriate temperature.

* Date all food items.

* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

* High School diploma or equivalent plus professional experience in food service and/or nutrition.

* Preferred: five years professional experience in food service and/or nutrition.

Physical and Mental Demands:

* Ability to lift 40 pounds.

* Ability to reach over head.

* Good personal hygiene (clean clothes, hair, hands, nails, etc.).

* Ability to bend down.

* Ability to follow state regulations

* Ability to read and understand all documents.

* Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

* Ability to remain calm in crisis situations.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please find all of the benefits we offer below:

* Competitive pay with annual reviews.

* 10 paid holiday days off a year.

* Discount on childcare tuition and enrollment fee waived.

* Aflac offered

* Paid training and professional development