Kitchen Assistant

2 weeks ago

Sarasota, United States Easter Seals Southwest Florida, Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:
  • 403 (B) Matching
  • 403 (B)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance


Summary:
The Kitchen Assistant provides support, under the direction of the cook, to carry out the full range of kitchen operations, which may include the transportation of meal service components, by federal, state, and local requirements.

Qualifications:
Education: Required: High School diploma or GED. Food Handler Certification training preferred, if not already certified must complete training within 60 days from hire date. Mandated 45 hours of training by the Department of Children and Families preferred before hire.

Experience:

o Minimum of one year experience in preparing meals for 60 or more people a day for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks.
o Basic fundamental knowledge of quantity food production, portion control, and quality assurance.
o Knowledge of foods and nutrition, methods and techniques of quantity food cooking, operation, and care of kitchen equipment preferred.
o Working knowledge and skill in using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and email.

Required Credentials:
Must have a valid Florida Drivers License. Must be able to obtain a drivers physical exam required by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) within 30 days of employment. CPR/First Aid Certification is preferable but will train to obtain certification.
All employees must pass a background screening and drug test for employment.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing; walking; bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must be able to lift and/or move at least 40 lbs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities:
  • Follows and implements current USDA Childcare Feeding Program rules and regulations (through the USDA CCFP training program). in the preparation of meals.
  • Delivers meals and serving items to the classroom teachers at mealtime to ensure accurate portion sizes using correct serving utensils, scoops, and ladles. Collects dishes and leftover food from classrooms.
  • Maintains cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food storage areas throughout.
  • Cleans and sanitizes prep and other areas daily.
  • Follows and implements Department of Children and Families (DCF) policies and procedures.
  • Follows and implements National Accreditation Commission (NAC) policies and procedures
  • Performs simple janitorial tasks like cleaning the kitchen, sweeping, and mopping.
  • Complies with Easter Seals policies and procedures utilizing the highest standards of personal and professional ethics and behavior. Demonstrates good judgment, diplomacy, courtesy, and effective communication while working at Easter Seals or when representing the organization.
  • Sort food for delivery to sites (when applicable), and classrooms, adhering to recommended portion size based on age group and family-style meal service.
  • Other duties as assigned.

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