POSITION PURPOSE: Prepare meals for specified classes daily. Work with teaching team, parents and children. Kitchen clean-up daily. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.Food preparation: a.Use planned rotation menus for classes, along with cook’s choice. b.Prepare food daily. c.Be familiar with allergy/special diets of children served. d.Maintain sanitary guidelines based on state and program guidelines. e.Attractively present food to children and role model good eating habits. f.Regular attendance when scheduled. g.Complete USDA attendance sheets daily, as needed. INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM EXPECTATIONS 1.Attend staff trainings as notified 2.Maintain a positive attitude regarding ORCCA and all its programs along with the Head Start program and philosophy 3.Model behaviors that demonstrate an understanding, acceptance and welcoming of diversity 4.Maintain respect and positive communication regarding all children, families and staff. 5.Maintain confidentiality of client and staff information. 6.Maintain open, two-way communication with staff 7.Accept suggestions and guidance from supervisor and other management staff 8.Seek feedback on job performance and evaluate suggestions and guidance to incorporate in performance 9.Commit to further training. 10.Communicate with supervisor regarding any needed changes or concerns with work schedule. 11.Adhere to agency procedures as a mandated child abuse reporter 12.Regular attendance is a requirement of the position. 13.Ability to perform the job with or without reasonable accommodations QUALIFICATIONS 1.High school diploma or GED required 2.Experience working with low income families preferred 3.Ability to work as a member of a team 4.Experience and/or training directly related to Position Description preferred OTHER REQUIREMENTS 1.Oregon Food Handler’s card or ServSafe® Food Safety Certification at hire and update it as required. 2. Must be enrolled in the Oregon Department of Education-Child Care Division Central Background Registry at time of hire and update it as required. Please visit our website to see the full job description and to apply.
