Child Care Cook

Job Objective

Responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals for children in the Child Care Center in Fox Cities.

Essential Functions

• Plan menus for snacks and lunches for enrolled children, according to CACFP requirements and guidelines, within budget and time constraints.
• Estimate amount of food needed in relation to number of children and serving sizes.
• Acquire necessary food items and supplies.
• Ensure the cleanliness and proper maintenance of utensils and dishes.
• Maintain preparation and service of food, proper sanitation, and health standards in compliance with all applicable CACFP, State of Wisconsin and local laws and regulations.
• Prepare lunches and snacks for children and adults.
• Serve lunches to children, prep and set up snack carts.
• Maintain proper records and submit to Director:
  • Daily expenditures of food, equipment, and supply purchases
  • Monthly menus, in advance
  • Monthly food production records, utilizing CACFP forms.
• Maintain monthly participation records - snack and lunch counts.
• Maintain Household Size Income Statements
• Maintain kitchen in compliance with licensing regulations.
• Coordinate use of kitchen with Worship and Community Center.
• Participate in ongoing staff training through in-service training, staff meetings, orientation, and other so designated programs.

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Prior experience in a commercial culinary kitchen is preferred but not required.
• Certifications:
  • ServSafe or sanitation certification required within first four months of employment.
  • CPR and First Aid required within first three months of employment.
  • Valid Wisconsin Driver's License with clearance to drive from The Salvation Army's insurance carrier.