Description
Open To All Applicants
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
Prepare and serve meals to the Childcare children according to standardized recipes and pre‑planned menus. Food is prepared and served under safe and hygienic conditions before, during and after meal preparation. Position is on a call-in basis for events or to provide adequate coverage.
Responsibilities:
* Order and prepare food items (entree, potato/sub, vegetables, salads, desserts and juices) according to standardized recipes to ensure the correct amounts needed according to the pre planned menus using proper methods and techniques that conserve the nutritive value, flavor and appearance.
* Ensure all prepared foods are stored, distributed and served at appropriate temperatures to conserve nutritive value, flavor and appearance under sanitary conditions.
* Plan cooking according to scheduled service and delivery times.
* Prepare trays and portion control food according to menu and Department of Public Instruction, ensuring proper and appropriate dining utensils are made available.
* Maintain and process the Department of Public Instruction forms and invoices from food vendors.
* Maintain all equipment and work area in a high degree of cleanliness according to facility/Departmental Standards Operating Procedures and schedules established according to the Federal, State, and Local regulations.
* Operate and learn the proper use of electric and gas cooking equipment, dishwasher and other cleaning and sanitizing equipment.
* Operate dishwasher to wash and sanitize dishes, plates, cups, and saucers. Check and ensure dishes and other items are clean and free of stains, cracks and chips. Store cleaned items in sanitary storage areas.
* Accept and verify food deliveries and secure stock in proper area and/or coolers to retain freshness and safety from contamination.
* Assist in closing the kitchen by cleaning the dishwashing area, emptying, sanitizing and re-lining the garbage and recycling containers.
* Assist in the preparation and serving of special dinners, and/or other special functions as directed.
* Report any problems or irregularities (accidents, breakage, faulty equipment, food or supply shortages, etc.) to the Child Care Supervisor.
* Attend all mandatory facility in service meetings.
* Follow staff dress code as required by the facility and governmental regulations.
Skills:
Essential:
* Obtain additional education and training
* Deal with the general public and Tribal employees with tact, courtesy, respect, objectivity and maturity
* Ability to work successfully with children
* Interpersonal relations
* Knowledge of food preparation and/or service, nutritional analysis, standardized recipes for a quantity production basis
* Skill in operating computers and various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment, which includes preparing and maintaining work orders.
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* General Ed, High School Equivalency Diploma, HS Diploma
* Applicants age 50 and older are exempt from this requirement
Credentials:
Nonessential:
* Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP)
Credential equivalent experience:
Nonessential:
* Within ninety (90) days of employment.
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Stand frequently
* Walk frequently
* Push/pull frequently
* Sit occasionally
* Bend/stoop occasionally
* Squat occasionally
* Crouch Occasionally
* Reach above shoulder level occasionally
* Kneel occasionally
* Balance occasionally
* Carry 25-30 pounds frequently
* Lift 31-50 pounds occasionally
* Repetitive movement of hands
* Cafeteria setting
* High noise level
* Exposure to heat
* Exposure to various fumes
* Exposure to steam
* Wear protective clothing
Experience:
Essential:
* Institutional cooking
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
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