Cook

Job Description

• The Custodial Worker (Shift
  2) supports daily food service operations by assisting with meal preparation, maintaining sanitation standards, managing inventory, and supporting overall kitchen cleanliness.
• This role requires adherence to food safety guidelines, collaboration with kitchen staff, and flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.

• Prepare meals by following approved recipes and meal plans for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
• Cook and handle large quantities of food while ensuring portion control, quality, and taste standards.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards, including proper handling, storage, and preparation of food items.
• Clean kitchen areas, wash dishes, and sanitize equipment according to health regulations.
• ssist with food inventory management by tracking ingredients, reporting low stock, and supporting receipt and storage of supplies.
• Collaborate with cooks, dietary aides, and food service managers to ensure timely meal service and compliance with dietary requirements.
• Provide customer service by occasionally serving meals and accommodating dietary restrictions.
• Maintain accurate records including food and equipment temperature logs, food usage, and waste documentation.
• Work a flexible full-time schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required by operational needs.

• bility to follow approved menus provided by a Registered Dietician.
• Knowledge of basic food safety, sanitation, and hygiene practices.
• bility to prepare and serve meals in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to complete First Aid and Infant CPR training.

• Prior experience in food preparation, custodial services, or kitchen support preferred.
• Experience working in environments involving children or institutional food service is a plus.

• Basic understanding of child nutrition, food allergies, and dietary restrictions.
• Knowledge of USDA meal requirements related to portion size and nutrition.
• bility to perform basic arithmetic including fractions, percentages, and ratios.
• bility to interpret basic technical data and complete required documentation.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in food preparation and service areas.
• Manage food inventory and submit required reports to supervisors.
• Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of children during mealtimes.
• Support staff by assisting with general cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and parents regarding food-related concerns.

• Completion of First Aid and Infant CPR training as required.

• bility to lift and move kitchen supplies and equipment.
• bility to stand for extended periods during food preparation and service.

• Demonstrate proper hygiene at all times.
• Willingness to perform related duties as assigned.