Cook/Kitchen Coordinator

Job DetailsJob Location: UCP Osceola Campus - Kissimmee, FL 34741Salary Range: $14.00 - $15.50Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.

What UCP Offers

Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 60 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden.

UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.

Job Specifications

Knowledge of food service production, including time management and food safety
Ability to serve approximately 100 students within a 2-hour timeframe
Must learn and adhere to nutrition standards for children
Ability to read, write, compute, and communicate
Must be able to pass all health requirements set up by the federal, state and county governments
Ability to keep records, create & submit reports

Job Responsibilities

Develop and adhere to monthly food budget.
Plan monthly menus that meet all National School Lunch Program guidelines.
Works with School Administrator in carrying out District free and reduced lunch and NSLP reimbursement procedures including collection of Free/Reduced lunch forms, and cross-referencing payments to billing.
Estimates food preparation amounts and adjusts recipes, if required, for the purpose of meeting projected meal requirements and minimizing waste of food items.
Evaluates prepared food for flavor, appearance, and temperature for the purpose of presenting items that will be accepted by students and/or staff.
Implements menu plans for school meals for the purpose of meeting students' mandated daily nutritional requirements.
Inspects food and/or supply deliveries for the purpose of verifying quantity, quality and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements.
Inventories food and supplies, places delivery orders, and ensures that the correct quantity and quality of food and supplies are available.
Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen and serving areas.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QualificationsEducation and Training:  (or equivalent)

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Experience

2 years’ experience preparing meals

Experience with kitchen sanitation, cleanliness and safety