Assistant Cook

ASSISTANT COOK Jamestown, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1135+N+Main+St.+Jamestown+NY+USA+14701) Job TypeFull-timeDescriptionPosition Data:Title: Assistant CookGrade: E5 Exempt: Non-Exempt:XReports to: Center DirectorBasic Function or Position Summary:Assists the Head Cook with all aspects of food preparation and serving for a child care center.Hours per week 35: Monday - Friday 6:00am to 2:00pm. Salary $15.89/hourlySecurity Clearance:NoneRequirementsPosition Responsibilities and Specific Duties:-Assists in Head Cook with preparation and cooking of daily meals.-Assists in the maintenance and monitoring of Health Department regulations.-Sets up carts for delivery of food to classrooms and return-Place food into hot packs and vehicles for transport to off-site locations.-Wash dishes and food prep areas-Transport, as needed, food and supplies to off-site classroom-In absence of Head Cooko Completes required paperworko Orders foodo Directs Kitchen Assistants in their job duties-Promotes agency mission.-Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics.-Maintains consistent professional customer service.-Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency.-Other duties as designated by supervisorKey Working Relationships:A. Internal: Head Cook, Food Service Assistants, Teachers, and Program ManagersB. External: Vendors, Customers, and AgenciesSupervisory Scope:A. Number of staff supervised: 0B. Titles supervised: NoneOrganizational Responsibilities:-Adherence to Head Start and CACFP food preparation and safety regulations-Adheres to all policies and procedures-Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes-Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate-Participates in organizational and divisional management systemsKnowledge, Skills Required:-High School Diploma or GED-2 years of work experience cooking or degree or post high school certification in food preparation-Knowledge of health and food sanitation procedures and practicesSpecial Requirements:-Have or obtain within 90 days of employment, Food Handler Safety Training certificate (as required by Chautauqua County Department of Health)-Valid Driver’s license and ability to travel.-Ability to do some heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.), including up and down stairs-Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times.-Complete all OCFS requirements-Meets OCFS training requirements and maintains training logs