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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $14.75 - $18.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Porter-Leath is a well-established nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children and families across the Memphis area. With a focus on improving the lives of vulnerable populations, the organization offers programs that address education, health, food security, and social services. Serving a vital community role, Porter-Leath operates Head Start and early childhood education programs that emphasize nutrition and child development, in compliance with state and federal standards. This organization nurtures a collaborative, supportive environment committed to enriching the lives of children, youth, and families through innovative programming and well-managed care services.
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Job Requirements
- HSD or GED is required
- Minimum of two years of school based or HS cooking experience is required
- Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for local travel
- Good driving record and appropriate automobile insurance
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work in a non-smoking environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of two years of school based or high school cooking experience
- Proficient computer experience
- Working knowledge of USDA Child Food Program
- Working knowledge of food safety
- Ability to collaborate effectively with team members
Job Duties
- Performs according to the standards set forth by Head Start, NAEYC, CACFP, USDA, Tennessee Day Care Licensing and Porter-Leath while performing duties within the kitchen and the center
- Prepares and serves meals in quantities according to menu, special dietary needs, and number of persons to be served in accordance with USDA recommended daily dietary allowances
- Maintains and regularly updates inventory of all food supplies and equipment
- Completes food and kitchen supply ordering in a timely manner taking into account the program budget, timelines, and needs
- Reports kitchen information and issues to various supervising bodies
- Complies with all health department and Porter-Leath requirements regarding food preparation, food storage and cleanliness
- Maintains cleanliness of kitchen area by washing dishes, cleaning counters and equipment, sweeping and mopping, and other tasks
- Maintains logs, receipts and documentation so that information is maintained and readily researchable
- Keeps Supervisor informed of programmatic issues in a timely and concise manner
- Works cooperatively with other staff to create a positive, enriching and safe environment for children, families and staff
- Completes monthly reporting to the appropriate authorities
- Participate in the education of our students by collaborating with teachers and other members of the staff
- Contributes to team effort by performing other duties as assigned
- Assist with monitoring point of service meals for CACFP and USDA compliance
- Assist with monitoring database entries for daily meals served prior to submitting
- Discuss with Lead Food Service Worker and Family Services staff to cross reference daily count of meals served
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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