YMCA of the East Bay
Head Cook- Bilingual (Spanish)
YMCA of the East Bay, Winters, California, United States, 95694
Head Cook- Bilingual (Spanish)
Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Head Cook provides supervision of the Assistant Cook and Nutrition Assistants, and oversees direct service in the central kitchen. Oversight includes preparation and production of the daily food program operations, in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, rules and regulations determined by the California Department of Social Services, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and Community Care Licensing. Perform effective supervision of Assistant Cook and Nutrition Assistants. Plan and prepare meals based on the daily menu, using standardized recipes, according to CACFP guidelines, documenting any substitutions appropriately. Prepare meals for transport to sites ensuring that proper temperature, safety and sanitation procedures are followed. Maintain all records as determined by the California Department of Social Services and the CACFP, including but not limited to, meal accommodations based on medical needs, as required. Order food and non-food supplies as needed to implement menu as written. Maintain inventory at Central Kitchen, using FIFO method and completing all necessary logs. Receive vendor orders, following proper receiving procedures, ensuring that all items have been delivered. Maintain the Central Kitchen and foodservice equipment in a sanitary and operational manner. Ensure accurate documentation of refrigerator and freezer temperature logs twice daily. Clean and maintain refrigerator and kitchen areas, utilizing recycling as appropriate. Attend staff meetings and required professional development opportunities. Communicate efficiently and in a timely manner with supervisors if/when issues arise. Provide menu and program feedback as needed, to ensure optimal programming. Create warm and welcoming relationships with children and families and other staff. Perform other duties as assigned. This position requires you to drive to the grocery store, shop for groceries and return to the site. Inclusion, Communication and Influence, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Emotional Maturity High School Diploma or equivalent, Five years cooking experience; high volume preferred, Three years of supervisory experience, Two years of Early Childhood experience preferred, Experience working with children and families of diverse cultural backgrounds, Ability to work effectively in a high stress environment, Valid California Driver's License, Physical examination and TB clearance, Proof of immunization for Measles and Pertussis, Flu vaccination recommended but not required, LiveScan fingerprint and criminal record clearance. Current certificates for Pediatric First Aid and CPR, including a total of 15 hours of preventative health and safety training or completion of this training within 90 days of hire, Must be able to communicate in English with proficiency, bilingual or multilingual preferred, Good verbal and written communication skills 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. Ability to walk, stand, and sit; use fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and occasionally required to reach with hands or arms. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to work outdoors daily. Mobility to quickly respond to emergencies.
Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Head Cook provides supervision of the Assistant Cook and Nutrition Assistants, and oversees direct service in the central kitchen. Oversight includes preparation and production of the daily food program operations, in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, rules and regulations determined by the California Department of Social Services, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and Community Care Licensing. Perform effective supervision of Assistant Cook and Nutrition Assistants. Plan and prepare meals based on the daily menu, using standardized recipes, according to CACFP guidelines, documenting any substitutions appropriately. Prepare meals for transport to sites ensuring that proper temperature, safety and sanitation procedures are followed. Maintain all records as determined by the California Department of Social Services and the CACFP, including but not limited to, meal accommodations based on medical needs, as required. Order food and non-food supplies as needed to implement menu as written. Maintain inventory at Central Kitchen, using FIFO method and completing all necessary logs. Receive vendor orders, following proper receiving procedures, ensuring that all items have been delivered. Maintain the Central Kitchen and foodservice equipment in a sanitary and operational manner. Ensure accurate documentation of refrigerator and freezer temperature logs twice daily. Clean and maintain refrigerator and kitchen areas, utilizing recycling as appropriate. Attend staff meetings and required professional development opportunities. Communicate efficiently and in a timely manner with supervisors if/when issues arise. Provide menu and program feedback as needed, to ensure optimal programming. Create warm and welcoming relationships with children and families and other staff. Perform other duties as assigned. This position requires you to drive to the grocery store, shop for groceries and return to the site. Inclusion, Communication and Influence, Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Emotional Maturity High School Diploma or equivalent, Five years cooking experience; high volume preferred, Three years of supervisory experience, Two years of Early Childhood experience preferred, Experience working with children and families of diverse cultural backgrounds, Ability to work effectively in a high stress environment, Valid California Driver's License, Physical examination and TB clearance, Proof of immunization for Measles and Pertussis, Flu vaccination recommended but not required, LiveScan fingerprint and criminal record clearance. Current certificates for Pediatric First Aid and CPR, including a total of 15 hours of preventative health and safety training or completion of this training within 90 days of hire, Must be able to communicate in English with proficiency, bilingual or multilingual preferred, Good verbal and written communication skills 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. Ability to walk, stand, and sit; use fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and occasionally required to reach with hands or arms. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to work outdoors daily. Mobility to quickly respond to emergencies.