Food Service Worker 3

Bastrop, Texas

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SUMMARY

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for mentoring all Foodservice staff members, verifying they are equipped with the knowledge, skills and resources to successfully perform their job duties. This position works closely with the Nutrition Coordinator to develop and implement a sound Food Service program that complies with the Child and Adult Care Food program (CACFP), TDFPS Minimum Standards and Head Start performance standards.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position supervises Central Kitchen Staff: prep cook and dishwasher/delivery driver

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Mentors and guides Foodservice staff to demonstrate proper production procedures and to ensure all local, state and federal food and health requirements are being adhered to.

Ensures implementation of correct procedures for food receiving and storage, food handling, preparation and distribution, kitchen sanitation and safety, equipment operation and cleaning as required by CACFP and all local state and federal agencies.

Provide side by side training/mentoring for new Foodservice staff.

Provide input on training needs for Foodservice staff.

Review required CACFP documents for accuracy and log purchases for budget accountability.

Travel to different locations to serve as a "substitute" when a Foodservice staff is absent.

Work closely with Nutrition Coordinator to review and revise the cycle menus used by the Cen-Tex kitchen each year and as adjustments are needed.

Use kitchen equipment and supply inventories to create a purchase requisition for needed food, products, service wares, non-food supplies and equipment.

Prepare meals and snacks in accordance with guidelines for the number of persons to be served and following established menus.

Keep all areas of the kitchen clean and sanitized according to applicable standards.

Serve meals and snacks.

Wash and sanitize dishes, tools and utensils used in preparation and delivery of food services.

Maintain food services supplies and equipment.

Complete meal services related records and accounts in accordance with standards, policies and procedures.

Shop for groceries and related supplies on a weekly basis, including: traveling to the store; transporting purchases back to the HS and EHS Center; and unloading and storing purchases.

Support agency classroom policies and procedures in interactions with children, families, and co-workers; including utilizing positive guidance and demonstrating an understanding of age appropriate activities.

Participate in (attend) and provide support for center Parent Meetings and approved parent activities.

Participate as a cooperative team member with coworkers and supervisor in delivering services to children and families and supporting center operations.

Ensure confidentiality of agency and family information assigned to position.

Work effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds, and those with disabilities and special needs. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.

Report to work at scheduled time and maintain good attendance. Perform all duties in a safe, timely and professional manner. Participate with a positive attitude and behavior in all program activities.

Continue professional growth by participating in classes, training programs, workshops/conferences, as the budget allows.

Provide a positive image to co-workers and the community supportive of the agency's goals and objectives.

Driving of agency or personal vehicle for work duties is required for this position; therefore, valid Texas Driver's license, appropriate automobile liability insurance as established by the State of Texas, and an acceptable driving record as established by agency automobile insurance carrier. Depending on agency resources, employees may be required to provide private transportation to complete assigned duties. Employees will be reimbursed for approved mileage following the guidelines as set forth in the agency Personnel Policies.

Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 18 years of age as required by the TDFPS Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers. Must be at least 21 years of age for persons driving a vehicle on agency business, and at least 25 years of age if required to transport children and families served by the agency, as required by agency automobile insurance.

Must be able to pass a criminal history check performed through the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and 2 years related experience. Hold a Food Handler Permit or be able to obtain within 60 days of employment. Hold a Food Protection Manager certification or be able to obtain within 6 months of employment.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Employee must have valid certifications, or the ability to obtain such certifications as required by the position and agency within 60 days of employment date.

  1. CPR and First Aid certification
  2. Food Handler Permit
  3. Food Protection Manager Certification
  4. Class C Driving is required for this position


LANGUAGE SKILLS

Preferred requirements: Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Minimum requirements: Ability to communicate in the following methods in English including reading and comprehension of simple instructions, short correspondence, recipes, HS Performance, Standards and memos; Write simple correspondence; document purchases; document meal services delivered. Effectively present and receive information one-on-one and small group situations.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and food preparation measurements (i.e. ounces, cups etc).

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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 the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee will be required to stand and walk for extended periods during the workday. The employee frequently is required to taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Employee will regularly be exposed to and use cleaning chemicals (i.e. bleach; detergents; cleansers; disinfectants) using product application and safety instructions, agency guidelines and safety equipment as required (i.e. gloves; goggles).
Date Posted: 11 April 2025
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