Cook/Kitchen Staff

We are looking for a full time cook/kitchen staff to provide aid in preparing meals for staff and children in care as well as maintaining a clean and functioning kitchen and dining area.

Requirements

• Keep Kids Safe!
• Read and follow the New Horizons' Employee Handbook;
• Prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner meals during assigned duty hours;
• Maintain a clean work environment;
• Attend staff meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, and any other programs that assure the completion of the required annual training hours;
• Implement New Horizons' Philosophy and all training received;
• Stay up-to-date on New Horizons' policies and procedures and licensing standards and interpret them to kids as necessary;
• Be aware of kids' habits, interests, and any special needs;
• Provide a safe environment;
• Be able to intervene when necessary to ensure each kid's safety.
• Be at least 21 years of age;
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED);
• Possess a working knowledge of food preparation, nutrition, and be able to prepare food from a menu or recipe;
• Be willing to fill in wherever needed to get the job completed;
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills;
• Possess the ability to work well with children;
• Possess extensive prior experience that demonstrates their cognitive ability to assist the child in difficult, crisis and demanding times;
• Work under the direct supervision of the Chef with a moderate level of discretion and judgment.

Benefits

• 100% Paid Employee Health Insurance Premiums
• Retirement and Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off