<p>We seek a highly motivated and experienced Kitchen Staff Worker to prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in a licensed child care facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy kitchen environment while adhering to all regulatory agency guidelines and regulations.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Prepare all meals and snacks following issued menus and directives. </li><li>Keep accurate records including inventory and production records. </li><li>Comply with all Center regulations and guidelines. </li><li>Comply with all regulatory agency guidelines and regulations. </li><li>Wash kitchenware and tableware. </li><li>Keep kitchen, appliances, etc. clean, sanitized, and in good working condition. </li><li>Complete accurate food order requests and grocery shopping as needed. </li><li>Inventory food supply, reporting food supply needs to the Associate Director. </li><li>Report to the Associate Director any maintenance or non-food supply needs in the kitchen. </li><li>Assist with ordering supplies if requested. </li><li>Properly store food and non-food supplies upon delivery. </li><li>Keep all food items stored properly and at the appropriate temperature. </li><li>Date all food items. </li><li>Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>High School diploma or equivalent plus professional experience in food service and/or nutrition. </li><li>Preferred: five years professional experience in food service and/or nutrition. </li></ul> <p>Physical and Mental Demands:</p> <ul> <li>Ability to lift 40 pounds. </li><li>Ability to reach over head. </li><li>Good personal hygiene (clean clothes, hair, hands, nails, etc.). </li><li>Ability to bend down. </li><li>Finger dexterity. </li><li>Ability to read and understand all documents. </li><li>Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. </li><li>Ability to remain calm in crisis situations. </li></ul> <p>We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.</p> <p>Please find all of the benefits we offer below:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive pay with annual reviews. </li><li>8 paid holiday days off a year. </li><li>PTO & Vacation Pay </li><li>50% off childcare tuition and all fees waived. </li><li>401K </li><li>Paid time off accrued every week! Chances to earn more paid time off each quarter of perfect attendance. </li><li>Paid training and professional development </li><li>Participation in CDA program, covering 100% of the costs towards earning a Child Development Associates </li></ul>