Assistant Cook - Early Childhoold Education

Overall Job Objective

Summary

Under general supervision and direction of the Ak-Chin Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program Manager, the Assistant Cook assists Senior Cook to develop menus and plan and prepare nutritious meals for breakfast, lunch, and snacks at the Ak-Chin ECE program

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED equivalent and a minimum of one (1) year of experience cooking for large groups of people is required. Food Handlers Card and be CPR and First Aid certified OR be able to obtain within 90 (ninety) days. Must possess a valid Arizona Drivers License and be able to meet the Communitys insurance carrier requirements OR be able to obtain within ninety (90) days of hire date. Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check.

Examples of Duties

• Assists in preparing and distributing monthly menus for healthy noonday meals using the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) as a guide.
• Assists in preparing special program meals such as meals for individuals requiring special diets.
• Assists Senior Cook with developing/planning food orders using a computer and maintains records for all orders and menus.
• Assists in meal preparation to include, following recipes, washing and cutting fruit/vegetables, as well as baking and preparing beverages.
• Assists with kitchen cleanup including operating commercial dishwasher and washing pots and pans.
• Prepares meals in the Senior Cooks absence.
• Ensures that all food safety guidelines provided by the Indian Health Service as well as guidelines from other funding agencies are met.
• Assists in inventory of all kitchen food stock, equipment, and supplies.
• Assists in preparing and service of food for special program events which may take place in evenings or weekends.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Skill in following oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and follow basic menus.
• Ability to do basic math as related to cooking food ordering.
• Ability to problem solve efficiently and creatively.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to operate commercial type kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Ability to create accurate reports.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management, other department employees, outside agencies and the general public.