POSITION SUMMARY

The Chef is responsible for ensuring that children consume healthful meals that include trying new foods, appropriate portions, minimal waste, and supporting the educational curriculum.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Follow and implement the program guidelines as prescribed by Head Start, Day Care Licensing, WV Board of Education, Health Department, the Agency and any other regulating agencies Use whole foods in preparing meals Prepare meals according to all guidelines, recipes and necessary child accommodations Prepare grocery lists in coordination with provided menus Drive to the grocery store and other program-related destinations Purchase groceries, load and unload, manage bulk orders Maintain inventory Complete safety checklists Maintain tracking systems, such as food production records, etc. Encourage positive parent involvement Perform housekeeping duties to achieve the highest standards of classroom, kitchen and facility cleanliness; maintain general grounds Meet program in-kind goals by recruiting and managing program volunteers and soliciting other program-related donations Ensure active supervision by maintaining child/staff ratio at all times; provide direct classroom coverage

SECONDARY DUTIES

Fully participate in gross motor activities to increase physical health Fully participate in general health activities, including family meal participation and nutrition Participate in behavioral health education and special education plan implementation Other duties and functions as requested.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies:

Communication, Written

• Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely; able to read and write on 10th-grade level Communication, Oral
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Reliability
• The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Customer Oriented
• Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following agency procedures. Motivational Skills
• Ability to inspire positive action in children, parents, and coworkers Creative
• Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea. Interpersonal
• Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals. Problem Solving
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. Analytical Skills
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. Systems Analysis
• Ability to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

Other Qualifications Demonstrated planning, organization, goal setting, and team relations. Familiarity with and sensitive to the needs of specialized populations. Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professional standards of conduct.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education High School Diploma or GED Certifications as required by Head Start, Day Care Licensing, Agency and/or WV Board of Education Experience Minimum of six (6) months of closely related work experience preferred. Computer Skills General familiarity with Microsoft Office and data entry programsOther Requirements A valid driver's license and proof of liability insurance, Acceptable pre-employment criminal background check, protective service record check, substance abuse screening, driving record, and others Regular physical examinations documenting job fitness, Able to obtain and/or maintain other required licensing, as required. Examples include CPR and First Aid, S.T.A.R.S. certification, food handlers card, etc.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to sit on child-size chair and floor Must be able to tolerate loud/high pitched noises on a daily basis Must be able to climb steps and ramps up to 80 times throughout the workday Must be able to work inside/outside in cold/moderate/hot temperatures Must be able to maneuver easily within a 24-inch wide opening Must be able to lift/carry up to 15 pounds regularly and 50 lbs in an emergency Must be able to push/pull a minimum of 50 pounds Must be able to sit/stand for extended periods of time Chef, Head Start Program Must be able to walk on various surfaces a minimum of 5 miles throughout the workday, and up to 3 miles at one time (field trip) Must be physically and mentally capable Central WV Community Action is an

Equal Opportunity Employer Job Type:

Full-time Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$13.11 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Shift:

Day shift

Experience:

Cooking:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person