IPCDC Student Assistant Cook

GENERAL STATEMENT

Under general supervision, the IPCDC Student Assistant Cook assists the IPCDC Cook with meal preparation for the preschool and school-age nutrition programs for approximately 160 children and 45 student assistant caregivers. The nutrition program includes breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack prepared at designated times. In addition, meal preparation is required for children with special dietary needs. The incumbent is also responsible for adhering to the requirements of the California Department of Education's California Child Care Food Program (CACFP) and assures compliance with all Licensing and Public Health regulations regarding food handling, preparation and storage. Incumbent also complies with the IPCDC’s meal and children’s program policies and procedures including guidelines for interacting with children. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assists the IPCDC Cook with the preparation and service of meals including “seconds” in a family style meal setting. 

2. Under the direction of the IPCDC Cook, prepares food items and serves lunch and afternoon snack for preschool and school age children.

3. Performs clean-up of lunch and snack dishes which includes safe storage of any unused leftovers.

4. Maintains cleanliness of kitchen, equipment and appliances. Follows appropriate sanitation procedures. Safety precautions are adhered to.

5. Assists with maintenance of clean and organized storage areas that includes recycling storage area.

6. Performs food and food supply inventory and reports any shortages to IPCDC Cook. Assists the IPCDC Cook in food preparation for special events such as fundraisers and staff training retreats. 

7. Other duties as assigned, reasonably within the scope of the job.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

Minimum of one year food service experience preferred but not required. Experience and general knowledge of safe food handling practices. Must be a current and active CSULB student enrolled in a minimum of 6 units.

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read, understand and follow recipe directions and adjust recipes in accordance with attending children. Ability to weigh and/or measure food ingredients. Ability to work with children and adults within the established philosophy of the Child Development Center. Demonstrates regular attendance and punctuality.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

California Food Handler Card or the ability to obtain the CA Food Handler Card within the first 30 days of employment.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

 Schedule

This position follows an 11-month annual work schedule with July serving as a non-working month. Shifts are generally scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend hours for departmental events. Scheduled hours and workdays may vary based on operational needs.

Live Scan

Appointment to this position is contingent upon successful completion of a fingerprint background check (live scan). ASI reserves the right to use findings of a background check to make employment decisions in accordance with California Government Code §12952.

Health Requirements

Must meet state health requirements: physical exam, tuberculosis test (every 5 years), TDAP (every 10 years), Immunization Record (MMR), and flu shot (annually or sign waiver).

Mandated Reporter

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for the majority of the shift and to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste and smell. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic chemicals found in cleaning solutions; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note: This is a union position. Please contact Human Resources with questions.