Job Summary

Prepare meals and snacks for child care centers and provide assistance in supervising the Prep Cooks/Assistants for CCSA’s spoonFULL program.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepare meals and snacks for young children enrolled in child care programs that contract with the spoonFULL program.
  • Oversee kitchen operations and manage staff as they prepare and package breakfast, lunch and snacks.
  • Coordinate production schedule and staffing.
  • Oversee execution of recipes to assure compliance with Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Meal Patterns.
  • Oversee preparation of special diet meals.
  • Coordinate with the kitchen supervisor and Sr. Manager of spoonFULL on recipes and inventory to insure consistency and quality of product throughout the spoonFULL program.
  • Maintain food inventory by ordering through CCSA’s approved food purveyors as well as shopping locally at CCSA approved grocery stores.
  • Forward all invoices and receipts to CCSA’s accounting office for recording and payment.
  • Maintain accurate and timely records including Delivery Receipts, Participation Forms, Daily Meal Production Records, Time Sheets and other forms.
  • Oversee cleaning of the kitchen and maintenance of equipment on a daily basis to maintain an “A” sanitation rating.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with child care centers, delivery couriers, vendors etc.
  • Treat information of CCSA clients, employees or Board members in a confidential manner.
  • Participate in supervisor meetings, and cross-training at all spoonFULL kitchens as needed.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by agency leadership.

Special Skills

  • Effective oral and written communication skills with internal and external clients
  • Dexterity, precision, problem solving, and ability to work without direct supervision

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Two years of technical school or college with a concentration in food service preferred
  • 3-4 years of food service experience; prefer food service management experience
  • Basic math and computer proficiency required
  • Serv Safe accredited or the ability to become accredited within 3 months of employment
  • Current TB test

Special Working Requirements

  • An automobile at his/her disposal; a valid, non-suspended NC driver’s license and a current automobile liability policy with continuous coverage. Reasonable accommodations may be made at agency’s discretion.
  • Must be able to manipulate and operate office supplies and equipment. Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.
  • No substantiation or criminal conviction of child abuse or neglect
  • Some positions may require need for flexible schedules, including potential evening and weekend work
  • Must adhere to established health and safety protocols when onsite at CCSA’s physical office locations
  • If working remotely or approved for a hybrid work arrangement, must have dependable internet access and a home environment conducive for remote work.
  • Some positions may require regional/statewide/national daytime and/or overnight travel

CCSA Benefits

CCSA has a generous benefits package. Permanent employees that work at least 20 hours per week are eligible for benefits. Some of the benefits we offer include:

  • Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
  • Health, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employer contribution to 401k Retirement Plan
  • Paid annual and sick leave
  • 15 paid days of holiday leave
  • Paid child Involvement Leave
  • Paid discretionary leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Child Care Tuition payments
  • And more…

CCSA also offers many fringe benefits. Some of the fringe benefits include:

  • Commitment to diversity and equity
  • Casual dress work environment
  • Hybrid work schedules / flexible schedules
  • Direct deposit
  • Standing and emergency payroll advances
  • Child Care Referral assistance
  • And more…

CCSA has been awarded Living Wage Employer Certifications in Orange and Durham Counties, and is a Family Forward NC Certified Employer.

Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background check. CCSA is no longer requiring the COVID-19 vaccine for employment due to the fact that there is significantly less risk of severe illness.  However, CCSA strongly recommends that employees receive this vaccination in order to minimize the risk of infections in our workplace. 

Job Features

Job CategoryNon-Exempt
DivisionBusiness Services
DepartmentspoonFULL Nutrition Services
Hiring Range$39,000 – $40,000
Division: Business Services Division
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Durham-NC

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