Occasional Head Start Preschool Cook
Company: Community Action Wayne Medina
Location: Wooster
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Description:
Occasional (substitute) Head Start Preschool Cook - Wooster, OH We
strengthen the community through collaborations and services by
promoting self-sufficiency, household stability and family and
childhood education. From early childhood education to home repair,
CAW/M provides an environment of friendly customer service. Our
Occasional (substitute) Head Start Cooks fill in on an as needed
basis. This position will require travel to Head Start locations in
both Medina and Wayne County. Job Summary: To purchase and prepare
food that is nutritionally consistent with the menu. To work as a
team when planning the menu with other cooks. Encouraging the
participation of parents in all aspects of the nutrition program.
Maintain and model appropriate sanitation procedures in the kitchen
and classroom. Assist at mealtimes with food service. ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: (1) Team Support: Work cooperatively
with the site team and food vendors; utilize problem solving skills
at the site level; assist in the classroom during meals and as
needed; actively participate in all meetings and trainings; meet
with the site team to discuss issues surrounding the children in
the classroom (2) Family Support: Encourage participation of
parents in all aspects of the program; focus on family strengths
and encourage family growth; assist in educating parents about
proper nutrition; refers families for enrollment; participates in
the recruitment of children and families (3) Provision of Nutrition
Services: Serve family style meals and assist in clean up at point
of service; maintain a clean and sanitized environment; assure that
all work surfaces and utensils are clean and sanitized and that
proper sanitation methods are followed; prepare meals at the site
level and/or to vend to other sites, utilizing proper sanitation
methods, and assuring food holding temperatures at proper levels
(4) Planning: Make suggestions to improve services; work in
conjunction with other cooks and Nutrition Resource Specialist to
plan menus for the year; assist in planning nutrition activities in
conjunction with site teams (5) Transport: Transport food in
approved containers in a timely manner; transport peripherals
necessary for complete food service; transport empty containers
back to kitchen (6) Responsible for providing and maintaining a
safe and effective classroom/center environment that ensures the
safety and well-being of children. (7) Demonstrate regular and
predictable attendance. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (1)
Performs other related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum
of 6 months experience in food service and high school diploma or
GED preferred; basic understanding demonstrated of safe food
handling practices; written and oral communication skills;
willingness to learn about position and organization. Exhibit
excellent customer service skills. Work effectively as part of a
team, demonstrate good interpersonal skills, and be cooperative and
maintain a positive attitude. Mental Requirements Ability to read,
to remember short and long term information, to use judgement,
ability to analyze, compare, coordinate, measure, observe and
organize; ability to do short and long term planning and
prioritization; ability to evaluate technical problems and
interpret; ability to learn new concepts; ability to communicate in
writing and verbally. Physical Demands Ability to drive a vehicle,
ability to talk/speak over the phone and in person, hear at normal
speaking levels, write; ability to sit/stand for lengthy periods of
time, stoop, bend and lift with both arms and hands while attending
to children (up to 50#); ability to operate food warming
containers; microwaves, stoves; dishwashers and fax machines;
ability to carry with one/two hands, cut, open with an opener, pour
and serve food safely; ability to see within normal ranges, with or
without corrective lenses; ability to maneuver physically within
assigned work pace. Special Requirements Must complete all
trainings required by ODJFS, CACFP, Health Department and Head
Start Regulations; possess own transportation that is available for
on the job use and able to be insured by Agency insurance (no more
than 6 points) and own insurance; willing to travel; sensitivity to
Low Income Families; must successfully pass regular physical
examination; must pass pre-employment drug screening; must hold
valid State of Ohio driver's license; must successfully pass
criminal records check ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS for all CAWM
positions : Must complete all required trainings and attend
mandated staff meetings, sensitivity to low income families, report
any suspected child abuse or neglect according to agency policy.
Report any suspected elder abuse or neglect according to agency
policy POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED: None CAW/M provides equal
employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without
regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including without
limitation sexual orientation and gender identity or expression),
national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, disability, genetics,
military status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local
laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of
employment, including, hiring, placement, promotion, termination,
layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and
training. PM22Requirements:
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Keywords: Community Action Wayne Medina, Cleveland , Occasional Head Start Preschool Cook, Hospitality & Tourism , Wooster, Ohio
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