Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
Prepares nutritious meals according to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines and maintains compliance with all local, state and federal food and health regulations.
Expected Positive Outcomes
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JOB FUNCTIONS
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Remote Work Eligible |
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Essential Functions
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Essential Function |
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Follows standardized recipes to prepare all meals and makes appropriate food substitutions with similar nutritional value when necessary. |
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Prepares appropriate meals for special dietary children daily. |
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Completes Daily Meal Production Record (Form 1530) prior to serving meals daily. |
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Orders food and milk as necessary from appropriate food and dairy vendors. |
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Maintains safe and sanitary practices in preparing, transporting, and serving food which includes keeping kitchen and all kitchen equipment and supplies sanitary. |
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Maintains proper storage area using the First-In-First-Out (FIFO) method. |
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Empties kitchen wastebaskets, transports trash and waste to disposal area. |
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Compiles and maintains departmental records. |
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Must be able to operate standard kitchen equipment including small and large appliances |
Additional Responsibilities
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Performs other duties as assigned |
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Complies with all policies and standards |
PREFERRED/ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Education |
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Education Level |
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Education Details |
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High School Diploma |
Or GED |
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Work Experience
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Experience |
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1-3 years |
A minimum of (1) year work related experienc |
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Proficiency |
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Knowledge of safety practices as they relate to young children. |
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Good written and oral communications skills. |
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Experience and demonstrated ability in working with young children and families. |
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LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required. |
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Licenses and Certifications
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Licenses/Certifications |
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Certified Professional Food Manager, Food Safety Manager Certification |
Harris County Food Managers Certification or able to obtain |
within 180 Days |
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
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A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. |
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Physical Demand |
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Walking |
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Sitting |
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Lifting |
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Carrying |
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Pushing |
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Pulling |
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Climbing |
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Balancing |
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Stooping |
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Kneeling |
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Crouching |
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Crawling |
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Reaching |
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Handling |
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Feeling |
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Talking |
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Hearing |
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Repetitive Motions |
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Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination |
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Working Environment
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While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments. |
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Working Condition |
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Extreme cold |
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Extreme heat |
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Humid |
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Wet |
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Noise |
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Hazards |
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Temperature Change |
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Atmospheric Conditions |
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Vibration |
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BakerRipley is an equal opportunity employer/program. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any status protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for persons with disabilities.