Overview

FT Employment

Direct Report: Site Director

DC 37 Union

FLSA: Non-Exempt

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La Peninsula is a community-based, multi-site Head Start organization located in the South Bronx. Our mission is to provide quality, comprehensive services to children and families, to help them achieve a greater degree of social competence in dealing with their present environment and their later responsibilities in school and life.

Cook Position Description

La Peninsula is looking for a skilled person to fill a Cook/Cook Helper vacancy at one of our

locations.  The Cook/Cook Helper is responsible for assisting the Head Cook with preparing meals for children enrolled within the Head Start program.  He/she uses established guidelines and procedures to better meet their nutritional needs.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assisting with the purchasing the necessary supplies and foods for preparing meals and snacks in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
  • Monitoring food allergies/dietary conditions of children and preparing food accordingly
  • Ensuring that meals are prepared on schedule
  • Performing food inventory and food ordering for items needed
  • Maintaining daily refrigeration temperature logs and other temperature logs as necessary
  • Washing and sanitizing utensils, dishes, equipment and food storage areas thoroughly
  • Completing all paperwork according to Head Start and CACFP guidelines and regulations
  • Maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment
  • Maintaining proper hygiene and dress requirements for Food Service employees
  • Participates in team meetings, required In-Services, and all cook trainings

Qualifications

  • **This is a physically demanding position; therefore; the candidate must be able to stand for long periods of time as well as lift and move heavy objects**
  • Ability to read and write English; preparation of reports and correspondence as needed
  • Ability to perform basic math
  • Ability to solve practical problems
  • Ability to work as a positive team member
  • Ability to perform duties using proper cooking techniques and skills

Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED (minimum)
  • Must have the NYC Dept of Health Food Protection Certificate

La Peninsula Community Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

PLEASE NOTE: Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.

 

 

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