Summary
Location
Bridgeton
Salary
$0k - $0k
Type
full-time
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About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: R E Campus S07 - Bridgeton, NJ 08302Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $18.65 - $19.75 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%
JOB FUNCTION:
Carry out responsibilities, which ensure that the Center meets Head Start Performance Standards regarding nutrition, CACFP guidelines, and the NJ/PA Licensing Regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Prepare and serve meals that conform to menus provided by the Nutrition Coordinator, including demonstrating accuracy in weighing, measuring, and portioning food. Also includes thawing and advance preparation of food. Works with the Nutrition Manager/Coordinator regarding substitutions, leftovers, and emergencies; records changes.
Maintain and ensure proper food storage and food handling practices, including fire safety. Works cooperatively with other Food Service staff to evaluate leftovers and plans for use; labels, dates, and store leftovers properly.
Plan and initiate at least one learning activity per week per classroom with the children, which is to be appropriately documented and coordinated with the educational objectives of the week. Learning activities are to be sent to Central Office weekly.
Involve parents in planning and implementation of the Nutrition Program on the local level: Development of local nutrition committee at center level
Semi-annual nutrition education program with parents
Participate in planning session with center staff during weekly staff meeting.
Will be responsible for the cleanliness of the food service area, such as the kitchen, dining area and food storage area.
Maintain food and supply receiving system.
Responsible for accurate monthly equipment and food inventory so reflection may be noted in the purchasing program. May be responsible for placing authorized orders.
Coordination of a volunteer program at the center level for assistance in nutrition program activities.
Meal inventories which reflect the number and type of meals served must be submitted no later than the fifth of the following month.
Ensures the safety of all children by participating in monitoring of center, implementation of child safety procedures, reporting accidents, reporting child abuse or neglect, following Standards of Conduct and reporting any child health/safety concern to supervisor
Hours of position will be based on center location and time of operation.
Wear required uniform, as provided< or similar clothing
Other Head Start duties as required.
QUALIFICATION:
A parent or member of the target area who shows the potential for performing duties of a cook.
High School diploma or equivalent. ServSafe a plus.
Previous experience in food preparation and service.
Qualifications
Other facts
About TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
Tri-County Community Action Agency is a private, non-profit organization providing a broad range of services to the most vulnerable populations living in the northwestern region of Providence County, Washington and Kent Counties. The Tri-County CAA provides over 34,000 individuals and families with many services and programs, in addition to our Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) which provide primary medical, dental and behavioral health care. This unique corporate structure positions Tri-County CAA to better understand and fully address the social determinants of health affecting our patient population. Programs provided by Tri-County CAA include, but are not limited to, Head Start and Early Head Start, Fuel Assistance, Weatherization, Senior and Disabled Adult Services, Adult Education, Employment and Training programs, Summer Youth Employment, State Opioid Response (SOR) programs, Regional Substance Abuse Task Force Coalition, Juvenile Justice Hearing Boards, Family Care Community Partnership, Emergency Food and Shelter, Emergency Services, EITC and Financial Literacy, and WIC nutrition assistance.
Tri-County CAA strives to empower and create opportunities for vulnerable individuals and families in our community to become socially and economically self-sufficient through integrated social, educational, health, prevention, and other basic needs services. Our vision for the communities we serve is that all residents are healthy and happy; that there is equitable access to healthcare and support services, and that there is less poverty and stigma associated with those who are struggling economically.
What you'll do
- The cook is responsible for preparing and serving meals according to provided menus while ensuring compliance with nutrition standards and safety regulations. They will also engage with children in learning activities related to nutrition and maintain cleanliness in the food service areas.
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