amazing explorers academySt Cloud, FL
Preschool Chef
CookThe Cook prepares food that meets current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations by following established policies and procedures. He or she ensures that safe and high-quality food service is provided at all times. This is for our Waterford Lakes location The ideal candidate for this position has a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma, two years of experience in a high-volume kitchen environment, and a current Safe Food Handler certificate. He or she has the physical stamina to perform all the requirements of this position and can work a flexible schedule. Fluent English speaking and writing skills, good time management skills, and professional dress, speech, and behavior are all required for this position.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares food items to order following established recipes and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety
- Follows safety and sanitation rules and practices
- Restocks food supplies and takes inventory when required
- Prepares and serves food in accordance with the weekly menus
- Always wears a hairnet and gloves while preparing food
- Provides assistance to teachers for food and cooking experiences they may wish
- Maintains the stock rotation of all food to plan for the classrooms
- Prepares and serves refreshments for parent nights & staff meetings
- Aware of children with allergies
- Delivers water jugs daily to the classrooms and cleans water jugs daily
- Cleans all appliances, equipment, utensils, storerooms, and floors daily
- Prepares bagged lunches for any scheduled field trips
- Delivers food to infant and toddler classrooms
- Keeps up to date with the food manager's certificate
- Records the temperatures of the fridge and freezer
- Cleans and mops the kitchen
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma required
- Must provide all medical records, abuse clearance, criminal records check, fingerprints, diploma, and any other forms that are required by the state regulatory agency
- Able to lift fifty pounds
- Must be an experienced cook and possess knowledge of basic principles of good nutrition
- Must maintain a food manager's certificate
- Must have high standards of cleanliness
- Must maintain CPR, First Aid, bloodborne pathogens, and fire extinguisher certificationsMust maintain child abuse and neglect certificationsMust maintain TB test or note of good health
Job Type: Full-time
Shift: 8-hour shift
Work Location: In person
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Level
Mid
Location
St Cloud, FL
Occupation
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
Industry
Child Care Services
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