This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For moreinformation, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/12796103POSITION SUMMARY: Work as effective team member in each site asassigned. Substitute for absent cook to ensure regularly planned mealand meal routine is maintained for the day. Prepare and maintain food atappropriate temperature, have knowledge of the Department of Healthrules and regulation and Head Start Program Performance Standards. Gainknowledge of proper food preparation, temperature control, sanitation,and portion sizes. Help to train new cooking staff. When applicable, andas assigned, substitute for other absent staff to insure appropriateadult/child ratio is maintained.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

　　Be a positive role model during mealtimes, classroom times,

　　Implements, supplies, and maintains all nutritional activities in theHead Start Center.

　　Maintain cooking area and equipment by cleaning and disinfecting thekitchen and tables, cleaning appliances and utensils.

　　Assure a child helper is assigned to assist cleaning dining area.

　　Review menus to determine food requirements including variety andquantity of food for preparation.

　　Assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily cooking activities.

　　Season and prepare a wide variety of foods in accordance with prescribedscratch cooking recipes following the established monthly menus providedby Nutrition Service Coordinator.

　　Contact Nutrition Service Coordinator for guidance if the menu must bemodified.

　　Complete production sheets and other records as required.

　　Prepare foods for special events as needed.

　　Prepare special diets according to prescribed standards.

　　Educate customers on nutritional values and food groups.

　　Report any malfunctioning kitchen appliance to Site Manager/SiteDirector / Nutrition Coordinator to ensure maintenance request iscompleted.

　　Work with teaching staff to develop a plan to work with children forpreparing tables and dining areas for meals and cleanup.

　　Follow current Kansas Child Care Licensing/ Head Start ProgramPerformance Standards/ CACFP guidelines and expectations.

　　Document daily, in the menu book and complete meal counts per CACFPregulations.

　　Follow the daily schedule and allow children opportunity to make choicesin learning experiences

　　Interact with children in ways that facilitate the development ofexpressive language and thought

　　Adapt indoor and outdoor activities to maximize the independence ofchildren with Special Needs.

　　Demonstrate realistic expectations about childrens attention spans,interests, social abilities, and physical needs

　　Utilize Positive Behavior Support (PBS) strategies to prevent and defusedisruptive behavior.

　　Comply with Head Start Performance Standards, Licensing Requirements,and Program Policies.

　　Respect and support cultural differences and diverse family structures.

　　Demonstrate good work habits such as arriving on time and adhering toappropriate break times.

　　Work with Nutrition Services Coordinator and Nutrition Lead to train newcooks as requested.

　　Work cooperatively and appropriately with volunteers, professionalpartners and co-workers.

　　Attend mandatory In-Service trainings and staff meetings.

　　Report any suspected abuse or neglect to appropriate authority.

　　Advocate for SEK-CAP, Inc. in the community.

　　Maintain and assure confidentiality and privacy of SEK-CAP customers.

　　Uphold and promote the core values and mission statement of SEK-CAP.

　　Support management decisions both in actions and words.

　　Other duties as assigned.