Work Schedule:

• 8-hour shift (6 AM - 3 PM)
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

[Job Description: Mentors and guides Food service staff to demonstrate proper production procedures and to ensure all local, state and federal food and health requirements are being adhered to.

[Ensures implementation of correct procedures for food receiving and storage, food handling, preparation and distribution, kitchen sanitation and safety, equipment operation and cleaning as required by CACFP and all local state and federal agencies.

[Provide side by side training/mentoring for new Food service staff.

[Provide input on training needs for Food service staff.

[Review required CACFP documents for accuracy and log purchases for budget accountability.

[Work closely with Nutrition Coordinator to review and revise the cycle menus used by the Cen-Tex kitchen each year and as adjustments are needed.

[Use kitchen equipment and supply inventories to create a purchase requisition for needed food, products, service wares, non-food supplies and equipment.

[Prepare meals and snacks in accordance with guidelines for the number of people to be served and following established menus.

[Keep all areas of the kitchen clean and sanitized according to applicable standards.

[Serve meals and snacks.

[Wash and sanitize dishes, tools and utensils used in preparation and delivery of food services.

[Maintain food services supplies and equipment.

[Complete meal services related records and accounts in accordance with standards, policies and procedures.

[Shop for groceries and related supplies on a weekly basis, including: traveling to the store; transporting purchases back to the HS and EHS Center; and unloading and storing purchases.

[Support agency classroom policies and procedures in interactions with children, families, and co-workers; including utilizing positive guidance and demonstrating an understanding of age appropriate activities.

[Participate in (attend) and provide support for center Parent Meetings and approved parent activities. [Participate as a cooperative team member with coworkers and supervisor in delivering services to children and families and supporting center operations.

[Ensure confidentiality of agency and family information assigned to position.

[Work effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.

[Report to work at scheduled time and maintain good attendance. Perform all duties in a safe, timely and professional manner. Participate with a positive attitude and behavior in all program activities.

[Continue professional growth by participating in classes, training programs, workshops/conferences, as the budget allows.

[Provide a positive image to co-workers and the community supportive of the agency's goals and objectives.

[Driving of agency or personal vehicle for work duties is required for this position; therefore, valid Texas Driver's license, appropriate automobile liability insurance as established by the State of Texas, and an acceptable driving record as established by agency automobile insurance carrier. Depending on agency resources, employees may be required to provide private transportation to complete assigned duties. Employees will be reimbursed for approved mileage following the guidelines as set forth in the agency Personnel Policies.

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