Lead Cook

Poughkeepsie, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=50+Delafield+Street+Poughkeepsie+NY+USA+12601)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

This candidate’s primary responsibility is the preparation of all food for children and designated personnel. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to planning menus and food purchasing to achieve maximum efficiency while fulfilling USDA nutritional reports.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare a menu that offers variety, is taste appealing, meets USDA requirements and plans so that waste is minimal.

• Maintains an inventory of food and supplies in amounts necessary for the meals indicated by the menu.

• Planning and ordering of supplies to minimize waste.

• Prepares and serves meals promptly according to the needs of the program.

• Maintains a sanitary kitchen in accordance with all health regulations. This includes certain daily tasks as well as the weekly maintenance of equipment and storage areas.

• Directs other kitchen staff and volunteers in a manner that enables all tasks in the kitchen to be accomplished.

• Assists teaching staff with various cooking projects.

• Assists the Center Director with food preparation for parent meetings and other special events.

Benefits for Full Time employees following the School Calendar:

· Enjoy time off per the School Calendar;

· Sick time is provided;

· Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance;

· Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.

• Kitchen experience preferred.

Salary Description

$16.58-$16.58/hr