Early Education Center Cook

Walnut Avenue Family & Women’s Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for women, children, and families.
We have been servicing Santa Cruz County for 90 years.
Through a unique of programs which include Early Education Center, Services for Children & Youth, Services for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Family Support Services and Community Engagement.
*Early Education Center (EEC) Cook* *Pay *$21.
00-$23.
50 per hour depending on experience & ECE units (plus extra $0.
50 per hour bilingual pay differential and a $0.
50 per hour biliterate pay differential - English/Spanish) Full time (30 hours a week) - Non-Exempt To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to recruitment@wafwc.
org or mail to Walnut Avenue Family & Women’s Center, 303 Walnut Ave.
, Santa Cruz, CA 95062.
*Job Description:* Under the supervision of the Early Education Center Site Supervisor, the Early Education Center Cook primary role is to prepare quality meals for the children while following the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) grant requirements and all food safety standards.
*General Duties & Responsibilities* Create monthly menus according to CACFP guidelines Post and distribute menu to EEC staff Shop for all items needed to prepare meals Ensure proper preparation, portioning, and serving of food according to CACFP guidelines Ensure proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality and reduce cost Follow and maintain mealtime schedule Keep the kitchen clean according to CACFP meal patterns Maintain standards of kitchen cleanliness including food service equipment and food storage areas Collect and wash all dishes, bottles, pots, and pans while following proper cleaning procedures Complete all paperwork (Meal Production Sheets) daily as required by CACFP Store food and supplies away in proper storage areas, labeled with dates Ensure all food in the refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated according to CACFP Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards Other duties as assigned *Minimum Qualifications* Ability to use the computer, computer keyboard, and other office equipment Ability to operate office equipment (phone, copier, printer, scanner, etc.
) Ability to fill out forms required for CAFCP program Attend CACFP training years (or as needed) Must have a valid ( and current) Infant and Child CPR and First Aid Card or obtain within 2 weeks of hire.
Agency is willing to pay for hire to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Excellent written and verbal English language skills Good organizational skills (capacity to assess, prioritize and manage tasks simultaneously) in a face paced and ever-changing environment with minimal supervision Ability to problem solve complex issues *Highly Desirable Qualifications* Previous experience as a cook Experience with CAFCP paperwork and requirements helpful Basic knowledge of food groups and nutritious meals for children Bilingual/Bi-literate (English/Spanish) Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel) *Other Requirements* Must pass a Live Scan background/fingerprinting check before starting employment If this position requires driving on behalf of the agency, a DMV background check will also be required.
Presentation of current driver’s license and proof of insurance is required upon hire and throughout employment if driving on behalf of the organization.
Must pass a DMV background check Must have a health screen including full immunization and a negative TB test References will be requested and checked Commitment to maintain a mutually respectful and supportive work environment that values and empowers team members to collectively accomplish program goals Commitment to attending staff and department meetings Ability to professionally represent the agency through appropriate demeanor and attire *Work Environment* Walnut Avenue Family & Women’s Center complies with ADA including providing reasonable accommodations.
Regular use of hands, wrists and finger movements; ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboard), writing (note-taking).
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time; twisting, bending, pushing, pulling, holding and lifting up to 40 lbs.
Ability to hear normal speech, hear and talk to exchange information in person and telephone Ability to think and work effectively under pressure; Ability to effectively serve participants; decision making, maintain a concentrated level of attention to information communicate in person and by telephone throughout a typical workday; ability to understand and retain instructions from supervisor in person, by email or by telephone; attention to detail.
Ability to work in environment with children *Benefits and Perks* Casual work attire Relaxed work environment For employees – basic medical, dental, vision, life insurance are paid for by the employer.
The option to enroll in a retirement plan.
This benefit package is valued at over $8,000 per year.
Benefits after 90 days of employment include: holidays, vacation, and sick pay.
Vacation and sick pay accrue based on scheduled hours worked.
*It is the policy of Walnut Avenue Family & Women’s Center (Walnut Avenue) to provide equal employment, volunteer, and services-related opportunities or ‘EEO’ to all persons regardless of race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability (including HIV and AIDS ), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender expression, age (please note: 40 years and over is a legally protected class), sexual orientation, family or relationship model, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
Discrimination is prohibited in all aspects of Walnut Avenue business.
* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.
00 - $23.
50 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Vision insurance Shift: * Day shift Weekly day range: * Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Shift availability: * Day Shift (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Santa Cruz, CA 95060: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person