Richmond Head Start Cook The Cook is responsible for the overall food service, ordering, and prepping. Following established procedures and guidelines while providing educational support around nutrition. Essential Functions: Prepare and serve well-balanced, nutritious meals in large quantities within menu requirements, following established recipes Maintain accurate CACFP records Provide guidance to food service volunteers Share information with appropriate staff concerning the enrolled children's dietary needs Maintain equipment and supplies used in the kitchen and dining area Conduct kitchen equipment and food inventory Complete production records for each meal to ensure an adequate amount of food is prepared to meet nutrition guidelines Monitor and participate in meals served and tooth brushing program Participate in annual menu planning Act as nutrition educator, providing nutrition education to families Participate in scheduled center staff meetings Maintain a clean and sanitary food prep area Complete and document weekly and monthly cleaning duties Plan and conduct two food activities a month with the input and support of the teacher Plan and conduct daily nutrition education with children Pass the ServSafe certification class within two years of hire Develop weekly grocery list and purchase necessary items that cannot be ordered through the vendor Maintain confidentiality concerning a child's files and health needs High School Diploma or GED required Driver's License required This is a 40 hour per week position.