Nutrition Cook

Cook

Watertown, South Dakota

Inter-Lakes Community Action invites you to bring your culinary skills and passion for nutrition to our team in Watertown, South Dakota, as a Head Cook for our Nutrition Program. This role is crucial in providing nutritious, delicious meals to the children and elderly participants we proudly serve. It's more than a cooking job; it's an opportunity to contribute to the well-being and health of our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaboratively plan menus with the Administrative Site manager, ensuring meals are both appetizing and nutritionally rich
• Prepare, cook, and serve meals in accordance with set menus and nutritional standards, using approved recipes
• Operate kitchen equipment safely, including dishwashers, toasters, knives, stoves, and microwaves
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards, including documenting food temperatures and monitoring portion sizes
• Record daily meal services and consumption to comply with State and Federal agency requirements, aligning with the Child and Adult Care Food Program or Title IIIC Senior Meals Program standards
• Manage food supply ordering and inventory, ensuring proper storage and rotation
• Uphold high standards of kitchen cleanliness and sanitation
• Supervise and coordinate volunteers in food preparation, cleaning, and dishwashing
• Utilize tools like calculators and computers for administrative tasks, including invoice checking and submission
• Adhere to safety practices and maintain confidentiality of client information
• Participate in relevant meetings, training sessions, and seminars as required

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• At least one year of experience in quantity meal preparation and kitchen sanitation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong record-keeping and time management skills
• Experience working with pre-school age children or elderly adults is advantageous

Why Join Us? As a Head Cook at Inter-Lakes Community Action, you're not just preparing meals; you're nourishing lives. Your role is essential in ensuring that our participants, from the young to the elderly, receive the highest quality meals that meet their nutritional needs. This position allows you to showcase your culinary skills while making a meaningful difference in the community.

Be Part of Our Mission: We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to community service and has a genuine interest in providing nutritious meals to those in need. If you are eager to use your culinary talents in a role that offers both personal satisfaction and professional growth, we encourage you to apply.

Inter-Lakes Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment.