Childcare Program Cook

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.  Under the guidance and supervision of the Childcare Director, the Kitchen Cook is responsible for taking the lead in providing healthy meals in a clean, safe, enjoyable and positive environment. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

At least 18 years of age.

Alarm/Emergency Procedures training within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter.

CPR, First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention training within 90 days of hire and biannually thereafter.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Kitchen Cook is expected to fulfill the following functions:

Assist in special functions related to Y events such as mandatory meetings and events. 

Plan menus for childcare & input on the computer.

Prepare food daily to maintain freshness.

Purchase food for childcare and maintain a budget.

Order and track milk program.

Modify recipes to ensure meals are healthy.

Become certified and follow Safe Serve procedures.

Follow all safety guidelines and methods for food preparation, cooking, thawing and storing.

Follow all sanitary and anti-bacterial guidelines in the kitchen area in regard to hand washing, counter and cookware cleanliness and head/facial hair. 

Maintain a clean, organized, safe and sanitary kitchen at all times following Wyoming Department of Health protocols to ensure the kitchen is ready for pop-in Health Inspections at any given time. (Sweeping, mopping, disinfecting sinks, stovetops, microwave, fridge, freezers, pantry)

Supervise the Assistant cook and train for days Lead Cook is absent.

Prepare and serve breakfast, snacks and lunch in the youth center at meal times.

Clean up after meals in Youth Center.

In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, Kitchen Cook will:

Pursue/participate in ongoing  training

Participate in the annual campaign by giving, campaigning or both

Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.

Attend required abuse risk management training.

Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.

Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.

Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to perform all physical demands of the position including leading classes, walking, standing, bending, reaching and lifting                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

CAUSE DRIVEN LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Advancing our Mission & Cause

Building Relationships 

Leading Operations

Developing & Inspiring People