Food Server (Part-Time)

Responsibilities

• Prepares and stores food items for nourishing snacks and meals for children at the centers.
• Maintains kitchen cleanliness, including refrigerators, ovens, cabinets, and other equipment.
• Consistently meets and exceeds Health Department and CACFP guidelines.
• Maintains and documents hot and cold food at recommended temperatures.
• Ensures that food is properly stored and labeled.
• Cleans dishes and kitchen while maintaining health and sanitation requirements.
• Establishes and follows a plan for a thorough periodic cleaning of cabinets, oven, refrigerator and other equipment.
• Keeps accurate records of food delivered and menus of meals and snacks served daily and of quantities served daily.
• Adjusts menus or prepares special meals to meet dietary needs, as directed by EC Manager in coordination with Nutrition Coordinator.
• Maintains confidentiality of children's information.
• Divides food in appropriate amounts for serving each class and delivers to each classroom with serving utensils and tableware.
• Adjusts quantities based on menu requirements and reports discrepancies to Nutrition Coordinator.
• Inventories and requests supplies as needed.
• Requisitions supplies and helps with necessary preparation for children's activities.
• Suggests possible activities involving food.
• Posts changes to the menus so families are aware of food substitutions.
• Affords assistance with Family Activity events.

Requirements

• Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
• In compliance with KDHE requirements, Child Start will request proof of measles (MMR) vaccination or documented immunity during the employment process.
• Must be able to commute daily to Wichita, KS.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to follow instructions
• Knowledge of food safety and handling

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Health insurance benefits

Pay

• $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Schedule

• Variable schedule to accommodate child care center operations