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DescriptionCook - This is a 32 hour a week position.GENERAL OBJECTIVE: Plan and prepare meals for program children in accordance with CACFP and Program guidelines.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:* Order and/or purchase all food from designated vendors according to the budget.* Prepare breakfasts, lunches, and/or snacks that meet CACFP and Program guidelines.* Ensure children's nutritional needs are met, including allergy restrictions.* Ensure that safety, sanitation, and health standards are met in the kitchen and eating areas.* Responsible for coordinating routine cleaning and maintenance schedules for kitchen.* Verify vendor orders and reconcile invoices with billing statements, ensuring accuracy in deliveries and quantities.* Maintain food-purchase invoices and send originals to Accounts Payable.* Responsible for keeping required CACFP records.* Submit appropriate records and reports to the Center Manager.* Attend monthly or bi-monthly meetings and/or trainings as requested by supervisor.* Prepare food for special events.* Responsible for menu distribution to families and staff.ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS:Program Participation and Team Member:* Arrive to work on time; punctually attend and actively participate in all required activities, meetings, and trainings.* Be a respectful, cooperative, and reliable team member and participant in program activities.* Project a professional work image, both in dress and manner.* Be familiar with, and adhere to, position-related policies and procedures as well as the program's overarching objectives.* Work on weekends or evenings as neededCode of Conduct:Perform all work in compliance with the Clackamas County Children's Commission Code of Conduct.Confidentiality:Respect and maintain confidentiality of information regarding enrolled children and families, personnel issues, and other program operations as appropriate.Training:In consultation with supervisor, develop professional work goals and training plan. Participate in training as requested.RequirementsEducation and Experience:* U.S. High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent* Minimum one-year experience in food preparation, budgeting, and nutrition for young children.* Knowledge of Head Start program is preferable.Skills and Abilities:* Ability to positively interact with families of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds* Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver's license and insured vehicle available for use on the job (or have alternative transportation).* Ability to possess and maintain compliance with State of Oregon Criminal Background Registry.* Ability to possess and maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.* Ability to possess and maintain a valid Oregon Food Handler's CardWorking Conditions:* Frequent standing, bending, and walking* Frequent lifting up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds* Frequent cutting, mixing, and stirring