Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Description

POSITION TITLE: Cook (Full time 40 hrs/wk)

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Head Start

SUPERVISOR: Head Start Administrator

GRADE: NE5 $13.25 ($27,560.00) - $19.87 ($41,329.60)
Position Summary:

Under direct supervision the Cook is responsible for preparing, purchasing, storing and serving food in accordance with USDA/Nevada Department of Education guidelines. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides training to parents and community about nutrition.

• Completes and maintains required food program reports.

• Takes meals census daily (records number of meals to staff, parents and children).

• Keeps accurate records for the Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).

• Ensures that food shopping is completed in a timely manner and within budget constraints.

• Responsible for completing and submitting required nutrition forms to the Central Head Start Office by the required due date.

• Participates in all phases of the Head Start training program.

• Responsible for the Nutrition Component of the Center curriculum.

• Prepares snacks and meals in accordance with planned menus and USDA meal requirements.

• Purchases food within budgetary and meal requirements.

• Plans or adjusts menus to meet USDA meal requirements.

• Documents refrigerator/freezer temperatures daily.

• Completes nutritional assessments of each child and records the information in the child's file; makes referrals to the Programs Manager.

• Checks nutritional habits of the children.

• Keeps track of any allergies to specific foods.

• Tracks and interprets child growth charts.

• Communicates with parents about their children's nutritional needs.

• Assists with lesson planning in cooperation with the Center staff.

• Prepares and presents new food experiences to the children, emphasizing traditional Washoe foods as well as other cultural foods.

• Introduces new foods ant the Pyramid Food Chart concept.

• Guides the children to set and clean-up tables. Guides the children in sanitation and hand washing techniques.

• Guides the children with menu planning and meal preparation.

• Assists staff members in carrying out daily classroom activities under the direction of the Teacher.

• Responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of the kitchen/dining area.

• Attends all center Parent Committee meetings and assists with the parent program.

• Obtains an annual physical and TB test.

• Provides appropriate substitute when absent from work.

• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED plus one year food service experience.

• Must possess and maintain a valid California or Nevada driver's license or capable of obtaining one within thirty-days (30) of employment.

• Must be able to be insurable by the Tribe's Driving Policy.

• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Certifications:

• Knowledge of traditional form of government and tribal customs and traditions.

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements.

• Knowledge of how to prepare well-balanced and nutritious meals.

• Knowledge of proper and safe food handling, storage, and disposal requirements.

• Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.

• Ability to interpret food service requirements of the USDA/Nevada State Department of Education.

• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.

• Ability to safely operate various cooking equipment and kitchen appliances.

• Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules.

• Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.

• Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment.

• Ability to demonstrate excellence in everything, and continually seek improvement in results.

• Ability to prepare accurate, complete, and legible reports.

• Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, requirements, ordinances, and legislation.

• Skill in preparing food for groups of people.

• Skill in handling sharp knives, and other cutting utensils.

• Skill in supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff.

• Certified Food Handler.

• Certified in CPR and First Aid.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to walk; and sit. The employee occasionally is required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in a kitchen environment with a moderate noise level. Evening, weekend, and/or holiday work may be required.

The Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California requires a background check of each new hire for employment purposes. Therefore, all conditionally offered positions will be subject to the following:

• Negative alcohol and drug screen
• Meet requirements of Public Law 101-630
• Obtain or possess a valid driver's license for either the state of Nevada or California within 30 days
• Must be insurable under the Washoe Tribe's driving policy
• Preference will be given to qualified Native American Indians