GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for implementing food services in a Head Start program serving children ages 3-5. Responsibilities include preparing attractive, USDA-approved meals; keeping the kitchen clean and sanitary according to Health Department ordinances; and maintaining adequate food stocks, kitchen supplies, and food service records.
TASKS AND ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Prepares nutritious meals that take into consideration children’s various cultures and individual nutritional needs.
2. Understands and uses child nutritional needs and age-specific portion sizes to prepare meals in accordance with USDA, Head Start, and CACFP guidelines.
3. Understands and strictly adheres to health, safety, food handling, and sanitation requirements before, during, and after meal preparation.
4. Follows menu guidelines and adjusts when necessary due to the availability of menu items or an individual child’s needs.
5. Plan and participate in nutritious cooking activities with children.
6. Prepare assigned menu and participate in family-style meals with children, volunteers, and staff.
7. Work in conjunction with the Site Supervisor and Faculty to monitor family-style dining in classrooms and document as appropriate.
8. Maintain food service record-keeping and reporting as directed by the supervisor.
9. Conduct weekly inventory of food and supplies.
10. Check food deliveries for accuracy and good quality. Notify Headquarters when an item is missing or of poor quality.
11. Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures.
12. Maintain appropriate cleanliness of all kitchen materials and supplies as required.
13. Maintain a list and be aware of the center's food allergies and concerns. Prepare alternate menu items as needed for the affected children.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
High school diploma. ServSafe Certification or obtain such certification within 3 months.
Experience in purchasing and preparing culturally diverse foods for groups. Knowledge of early childhood nutrition
Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.
Skills Required
- High school diploma
- ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain it within three months
- Experience purchasing and preparing culturally diverse foods for groups
- Knowledge of early childhood nutrition
- Physical examination
- Background check
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
What We Do
Acelero Learning is an early childhood education provider that operates licensed Head Start centers and offers high-quality preschool education to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond. It partners with families and communities, using rigorous, evidence-based and data-driven approaches to reduce gaps between children’s potential and achievement. Acelero Learning serves more than 5,000 children annually across multiple states and is a division of Acelero, Inc.
