Substitute Cook - 1638

Position Summary:

Responsible for entire food service operation at a childcare center, or supports production in a central kitchen including: food preparation, purchasing, sanitation, inventory, and recordkeeping. Supports CAPSLO’s mission by ensuring that the food service operation runs smoothly and helps individuals and families in the community.

Required Education and Experience:

Combination of two years of experience in institutional or commercial food services and/or culinary science education.

Preferred Education and Experience:

1. Experience cooking for large groups is preferred.
2. Bilingual, English and Spanish preferred.

License & Certifications:

1. Must successfully complete a certified Food Safety and Sanitation class within 90 days of beginning employment.
2. Must have dependable, insured transportation and valid California Driver’s License (mileage to be reimbursed) and acceptable driving record. A DMV printout and proof of insurance will be required.

Essential Functions:

1. Prepares and transports meals. Participates in nutritional menu planning.
2. Develops, tests and standardizes recipes.
3. Weighs, measures and packs food to be delivered to multiple centers, ensuring food temperature and quality.
4. Maintains a semiannual inventory for food, paper goods, and equipment.
5. Estimates and develops orders monthly for kitchen staples, orders and purchases fresh items weekly.
6. Maintains records and performs data entry: Delivery Receipts, Equipment Service Record, Temperature Record, and Kitchen Financial Record. Submits purchase receipts for vouching.

EOE/ V/ ADA/ Drug Free Workplace/ Asset Infused Organization. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability.