Meals on Wheels Lead Cook

About the role

The Lead Cook is responsible for overall management and maintenance of meal preparation. The position reports to the Site Director and/or Center Director and operates under significant supervision with limited latitude for the use of independent judgment, discretion and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the ordering of food for meal preparation.
• Prepare, plan and post menus.
• Organize the kitchen including general cleaning/ custodial issues.
• Organize and track kitchen inventory.
• Adhere to all WBC Opportunities, Head Start, Meals on Wheels and all food services regulatory agencies policies & procedures.
• Attend monthly staff meetings
• Follow menus and standard recipes; prepare meals for Seniors and EHS/Head Start children according to sanitation standards.
• Adhere to WBCO, (Head Start or Meals on Wheels) and regulatory agencies policies and procedures regarding menu substitution, food storage and leftovers.
• Ensure all food (perishable and non-perishable) and leftovers are labeled, dated and properly stored.
• Ensure refrigerator and freezer cleaned, defrosted, temperatures recorded daily.
• Ensure the confidentiality of information pertaining to program participants, staff, students and families.
• May be required to deliver meals and prepare route books.
• Provide general office assistance such as answering phones, copies, faxes, greeting clients and volunteers.
• Maintain CACFP required documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned or as they become apparent

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience in food service.
• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Food Handler Certification.
• Obtain and keep current Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications.

Skills

• Ability to operate various word-processing software, spreadsheets, and database programs.
• Ability to operate a kitchen, order food, read and follow recipes.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements and policies.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and utilize effective time management techniques.
• Ability to respect confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to carry out multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format.

Working Conditions

Working in a fast paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly. Working on weekends, evenings and some holiday may be required.

Physical Tasks

Frequent standing, handling, hearing/talking/listening, fine dexterity, sitting, walking, bending/twisting, grasping/holding, balancing, lifting/carrying, vision, pushing/pulling, foot controls, and driving. Occasional kneeling/crouching/crawling.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching