Executive Cook Qualifications

Must be at least 19 years of age.

Must have at least a GED

Meet all requirements of DCFS.

Have patience with children and desire to work with them.

Be loving, caring, sensitive and friendly towards children.

Must be able to communicate with children and co-workers.

Job Description

· Skills to help children meet their developmental and emotional needs.

· Must complete 20 hours of in-service/online training per year.

· Must have emotional maturity when working with children.

· Cooperation with the purposes and services of the program

· Respect for children and adults

· Flexibility, understanding and patience.

· Physical and mental health that do not interfere with childcare responsibilities.

· Good personal hygiene

· Frequent interaction with children

· Listening skills, availability, and responsiveness to children

· Sensitivity to children’s socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds, and individual needs and capabilities

· Use of positive discipline and guidance techniques and

· Ability to provide an environment in which children can feel comfortable, relaxed, happy, and involved in play, recreation, and other activities.

· Must be fingerprinted and cleared from background check.

· Must submit 3 letters of reference.

· Must have physical updated every 2 years Physician must know applying as cook position (T.B. test included)

· Must be able to lift 40 lbs. or more.

· Must submit a copy of Transcripts.

· Must be at least 19 years of age.

· Must have previous experience cooking for large groups and be able to demonstrate knowledge of basic math.

· Act as role model for the children

· Report on the needs of supplies and replacement of all equipment needed for the kitchen.

· Able to communicate with the director daily.

· Attend staff meetings and in-services as they are scheduled.

· Maintain confidentiality with regards to children, co-workers, and parents

· Show good judgment and problem-solving skills.

· Keep kitchen, restrooms, and hallways clean.

· Wash and put away all utensils.

· Prepare menu weekly or monthly and report it to the director.

· Prepare grocery list including cleaning supplies and finish projects promptly.

· To be aware of company policies

· Must have/maintain a Food Service Sanitations License