This position is responsible for performing necessary duties in planning and implementing a food program that meets the requirements of the Child Care Food Program for Preschool Children. The Food Service Head Cooks plans/prepares meals for more than 40 children. The Food Service Cooks plans/prepares meals for 40 children or less.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, core competencies, and/or physical required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
▪ High School Diploma or GED.
▪ Two years’ experience in planning, preparing and serving food in large quantities, preferably in a school setting.
▪ Supervision experience.
▪ Ensures a minimum of 15 professional growth hours are completed and documented annually.
LICENSES / CERTIFICATES / PERMITS:
▪ Must pass and hold a valid ServSafe Manager Certificate or obtain within 3 months of hire and update prior to expiration.
▪ Obtains Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification within 6 calendar months of hire, and re-certification bi-annually.
Appointment will be contingent upon passing a pre-employment alcohol and drug screen, fingerprint clearance, and reference checks, pre-employment physical, immunization requirement, and TB test is required for Head Start funded positions.
Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity / Drug Free Employer
