Cook Assistant Custodian - ( Nogales Area)

Cook Assistant Custodian - ( Nogales Area)

Job Details

Level

Entry

Job Location

Nogales Neighborhood Head Start - Nogales, AZ

Position Type

40 hours/week - July thru May

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED

Salary Range

$15.35 - $15.35 Hourly

Travel Percentage

In Town

Job Shift

Split (M-F) Aprx 8am-9am and 12:30pm-4p

Job Category

Education

Current opening:

Nogales Head Start, 125 E. Madison Ave., Nogales, AZ 85621, 1 opening, 8 hours/day, M-F, split shift approx. 9:00am-12:00pm & 1:30pm-6:30pm, end-July - May

Classification: Hourly

Supervisor:Center Manager

Supervises:None

Job Summary:

Child-Parent Centers pridesitself on serving delicious and nutritious meals that our cook assistant custodians help toprepare in our Head Start center kitchens, and we are looking for experienced and passionate cook assistant custodians to join ourteam. The ideal candidate for this position has previous experience with cleaning and food service. The cook assistant custodianenjoys the convenience of a semi commercial kitchen environment, yet the feeling of home with "family style" meals served in the classrooms. The cook assistant custodian will support the cook with all aspects of food service at the center including food orders, food storage, sanitary practices, meal prep, Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) compliance, dish washing, and kitchen clean up. The cook assistant custodian is responsible for cleaning the kitchen as well as classrooms, restrooms, offices, and preparing playground spaces for outdoor play time. This positionrequires effective communication and organizational skills, the ability to work in a time sensitive environment, and strong math skills to keep costs within acceptable standards.Reportingto the Site Supervisor, the cook assistant custodianposition is an entry-levelpositionfunded to work8hours per day Monday through Friday and may work a split shift. If you have custodial and food service and/or food preparation experience and enjoy preparinghealthy meals and introducing children to nutritional activities, please submit an application today!

Benefits:

Paid Leave- 24paid holidays (time off aligns with most school districts), 5 days paid vacation after one year and up to 10 days each year thereafter, and 5days paid Personal leavefirst year, 8days each year thereafter, up to 5 days paid Sick leave each year

Insurance benefits- dental, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Reimbursement Arrangements, Health Savings Accounts, PPO medical (3plans), Vision, and Supplemental Life coverage for self, spouse, and child ($25,000 basic life and Accidental death and disability provided byemployer)

Retirement Plan- Agency contribution after years of services and hours eligibility criteria are met.Employee 401k deferral once eligibility is met.

Minimum Qualifications:

Possess a High School Diplomaor GED.

Must be 18 years of age.

Prior experience in one or more of the following food service activities:direct responsibility for preparing nutritious meals, scheduling meals, proper food handling and storage, food inventory, food ordering, and working with the Child and Adult Care Food Program requirements.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Submit a current AZ Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to start date.

Possess a valid Arizona driver's license and excellent driving record.

Competencies:

Accountability and Dependability

Accuracy

Safety Focus

Teamwork

Self-Management

Adaptability and Flexibility

Technology

Other Requirements (post hire):

Must be able to travel to and from various sites as needed.

Provide proof of immunizations: MMR(Measles, Mumps, Rubella),Tdap(adult Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis), and a clearTuberculosis skin test or chest X-ray.

Able to pass a company paid physical exam prior to starting work.

Able to pass a criminal background check.

Must be able to prove the right to work in the USA by providing appropriate documents to complete the Federal I-9 form.

Must possess or have the ability to possess and keep current certification in First Aid Training/CPR training including Infants and Children.

Must be able to obtain and maintain the Food Safety Manager Certification and Food Handler's Certificate issued by the Arizona Health department within 30 days of employment.

Desired Qualifications:

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand Spanish.

Three (3) years' experience working with the Child and Adult Care Food Program or School Lunch Program.

Three (3) years' experience working with Head Start.

Demonstrated proficiency using Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Work Environment:

Indoor environment

Exposure to heat exceeding 85 degrees.

Exposure to hazardous cleaning chemicals

Exposure to sharp knives and slicers.

Exposure to very hot foods, equipment and metal objects used in cooking and baking.

Physical Requirements:

Frequently

Stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling

Reaching, pulling, pushing

Climbing up step stool

Carrying/lifting heavy objects 0-25lbs

Operating appliances and small kitchen equipment

Works with commercial gas range

Occasionally

Picking up and dropping off supplies

Push, pull, move furniture or equipment {20 to 50lb}

Exposure to sharp knives and slicers

Clerical duties (computer, typing, copying, etc.)

Please Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This job opening is intended to provide information about the position for employee recruitment purposes only and is not intended to be the basis of any employee contract.

Child-Parent Centers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.