COOK AIDECUSTOD

Title:  Cook/Custodian

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Head Start knowledge/experience preferred
• Current Food Handlers Permit
• Experience in quantity food preparation. 
• Experience working with children and families.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• Valid drivers license, dependable transportation with minimum automobile liability insurance.
• Pass drug screen and criminal background check.

Supervisor

Nutrition Specialist

Job Duties

• Responsible for the center food operation in compliance with all Head Start Performance Standards and food service regulations.
• Maintain food preparation and storage area in safe, clean, and sanitary manner that complies with State Health Department.
• Follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedule.
• Assist Nutrition Specialist with menu planning.
• Maintain files on diets for special needs children.
• Maintain equipment and supplies in good condition and working order.
• Submit a written inventory of all food and supplies weekly to the Nutrition Service Office.
• Act as bus monitor when necessary.
• Responsible for USDA Point of Service.
• Receive supplies, rotate stock, and put away new supplies.
• Attend all meetings, in-service trainings, workshops, and conferences as requested by the supervisor.
• Ensure all purchase orders, IT, and maintenance request are submitted in a timely manner. 
• Participate in Child Nutrition Activity 1 time per month.
• Perform the following custodial duties that apply to your center:
  • Keep restrooms clean.
  • Clean center daily, sweep, mop, and dust.
  • Responsible for cleaning mop heads.
  • Sweep walkways to building as needed.
  • Remove ice and snow from walkways.
  • Report needed repairs of fixtures and building to Center Manager.
  • Keep towel, toilet tissue, and soap dispenser filled at all times.
  • Shampoo carpet and rugs when necessary.
  • Strip, wax, and buff tile floors.
  • Maintain cleanliness of center at all times.
• Work flexible hours when necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times. 
• Lift 50 lbs., and demonstrate ability to participate in mild to moderate activities with children.
• Receive and maintain standard First Aid/CPR certification.
• Receive bi-annual physical exam.
• Deal effectively with public.
• Demonstrate ability to work as a team member and develop positive rapport and professional attitude towards parents and staff.
• Demonstrate ability to lead and follow.
• Demonstrate ability to make decisions.
• Demonstrate ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.
• Demonstrate ability to accept constructive criticism. 
• Demonstrate ability to arrive to work on time. 
• Ensure the Head Start Director is informed on pertinent issues.
• Perform all duties incidental to the position, and any other duties as assigned.