EHS Cook/Janitor, Cache County

KEY FUNCTIONS:

Under the supervision of the EHS Centerbased Specialist, direct supervision may be assigned according to program needs. The Cook/Janitor will carry out the objectives and philosophy of nutrition component and work closely with staff in following program objectives.

COOK RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and team meetings.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality about staff and enrolled families, discussing them only on a need toknow basis.
• Plan menus according to CACFP requirements.
• Shop for food.
• Wash, rinse and sanitize all equipment used for prep and service and return to proper storage area.
• Clean kitchen after each use.
• Fill out CACFP meal services report according to teacher count and turn in weekly to Health Assistant.
• Prepare and assist in food preparation for Center Base.
• Prepare meals and snacks for Center Base children.
• Clean up after each meal or snack.
• Remember Bear River Early Head Start is a mandatory reporting agency.
• Keep temperature logs on refrigerator, freezer, and dry food daily.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

JANITIR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Sanitizing toys after each use.
• Cleaning kitchens and bathrooms after each group.
• Vacuuming after each group. Shampooing carpets as needed.
• Keeping paper and cleaning products stocked.
• Purchasing of cleaning and maintenance supplies and other supplies for the center as needed.
• Every Friday do a thorough cleaning (clean out refrigerator and oven). Freezer when needed.
• Make monthly checks of smoke detectors and keep a log.
• When applicable, make sure the ramps to the doors are clear of snow and apply ice melt.
• Keep program vehicles serviced and fueled.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Dependable.
• Previous cleaning/maintenance experience required.
• Experience working with Head Start or Early Head Start preferred.
• Experience working directly with infants and toddlers and families preferred.
• Must be able to obtain a food handler’s permit, CPR, first aid certifications, immunizations, pass a TB test,physical, and food safety manager’s certificate.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, orally and in writing, have basic computer skill, and beable to communicate with staff and parents.
• Initiative in problem solving and managing challenges as they arise.
• Must have the ability to be organized, cooperative, flexible, and adaptable to frequent changes, and be aneffective, mature team member.
• Must be willing to follow direction and take on additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience working with families of diverse cultural, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Must a valid Utah driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds and be in good physical condition.
• Must be able to pass background check.
• Must be cooperative, flexible, adaptable, and be an effective team member.
• Must be willing to follow directions and take on additional responsibilities as required.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evening and morning shifts, and possibly some Saturdays.
• Must be reliable, able to work without supervision.
• Must be self-motivated.