Childcare Cook - Rockville

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Meal Preparation & Service: Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to approved menus,

standardized recipes and CACFP meal patterns.

• Compliance & Documentation: Complete daily Meal Production Records with 100% accuracy; maintain food temperature logs and sanitation checklists daily.
• Safety & Sanitation: Ensure the kitchen, food storage, and dining areas meet all health department and licensing sanitation standards; ensure food is prepared in age-appropriate textures and portion sizes.
• Inventory Management: Monitor food and supply inventory; notify the Site Director of shortages and assist in receiving and storing deliveries according to "First In, First Out" (FIFO) standards.
• Civil Rights & Ethics: Maintain compliance with CACFP Civil Rights requirements, ensuring all children have equal access to meal services and accommodating documented food allergies or disabilities.
• Communication: Coordinate effectively with classroom staff regarding meal counts, timing, and specific dietary needs or transitions