Description
Kids On The Move, Inc. (KOTM) is a nonprofit organization located in Orem, UT. KOTM supports the development of young children and families by "empowering families, one child at a time." KOTM provides services through five main programs: Early Intervention, Early Head Start, Child Care, Respite Care and KOTM's Autism Center.
KOTM is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in the Early Head Start (EHS) department who will support the Kitchen Manager in menu planning, grocery shopping, kitchen organization, sanitation; as well as the preparation and cooking of meals and snacks. This individual will also be responsible for fully and effectively implementing the CACFP Food Reimbursement program.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two (2) years experience working with food
- Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards as they pertain to the food program
- Knowledge of CACFP regulations
- Follow food safety/kitchen licensure requirements
- Valid Food Handler Permit
- Serve Safe Certification (this must be kept current at all times)
- Four plus (4+) years experience working in a commercial kitchen preferred
Responsibilities:
- Prepare meals for all EHS Wednesday night activities, as well as help with shopping for EHS Family Activities as requested
- Keep up-to-date information on all children's food allergies, working with teachers and program staff to ensure accurate information from parents
- Shop for all food items and meal ingredients, strictly following scheduled and approved menu
- Run the CACFP Food Reimbursement program, including all documentation of food purchases, menu planning, meal service tracking, and all paperwork involved
- Work with Health Service Manager to train direct service staff on CACFP policies, assist with CACFP reimbursement, and health department review
- Keep the kitchen, including storage and work space, clean and organized
- Attend KOTM All Staff meetings
- Attend EHS program meetings, as required
- Prepare meals and snacks for all programs when needed
- Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Repeated bending, kneeling and stooping
- Finger/wrist movement for prolonged periods of time
- Must possess the ability to read, write and count in English
- Work is predominately in the kitchen with typical kitchen environmental factors
- May be required to work long and/or irregular hours
- Must have accessibility to a reliable vehicle, have a current driver's license, and auto insurance that meets at least Utah State minimum requirements.
If you are an enthusiastic, talented, and hard-working individual who meets these qualifications, loves to cook, appreciates work-life balance, and enjoys working on a supportive team, we believe this is a perfect opportunity for you!