Kitchen Assistant

Kids On The Move, Inc. (KOTM) is a nonprofit organization located in Orem, UT. KOTM supports the development of young children and families by "empowering families, one child at a time." KOTM provides services through five main programs: Early Intervention, Early Head Start, Child Care, Respite Care and KOTM's Autism Center.

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The EHS Kitchen Assistant will support the EHS Kitchen Manager in preparing quality food that meets or exceeds the standards of the CACFP program for all children enrolled in the KOTM Food Program. The Kitchen Assistant will help to ensure consistency in the kitchen by maintaining accurate record keeping, food inventory, and daily meal preparation services on occasions when the EHS Kitchen Manager is unavailable.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS
Under the direction of the EHS Kitchen Manager, the Kitchen Assistant will:

• Prepare meals for all children enrolled in the KOTM Food Program, strictly following a scheduled and approved menu.
• Keep up-to-date information on all children's food allergies, working with teachers and program staff to ensure accurate information from parents.
• Follow the CACFP Food Reimbursement program guidelines, including all documentation of food purchases, menu planning, meal service tracking, and all paperwork involved (Daily).
• Responsible for kitchen organization and clean-up (Daily).
• Be capable of fully and effectively running the KOTM Kitchen without the help of the EHS Kitchen Manager, when necessary.

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Keep the kitchen and all storage and workspace clean and organized (Daily).
• Attend KOTM and EHS program meetings (Monthly).
• Prepare meals and snacks for all programs when needed.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two plus (2+) years' experience working in a commercial kitchen.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NECESSARY:

• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards as they pertain to CACFP/Nutrition
• Follow food safety/kitchen licensure requirements
• Valid Food Handler Permit (must be kept current at all times)
• Serve Safe Certification (must be kept current at all times)

LAWS, REGULATIONS, POLICIES, PROCEDURES, OR OTHER GUIDELINES:

• Head Start Performance Standard 1304.50 Program Design and Management
• KOTM Employee Handbook (KOTM Policies and Procedures)

ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY:

• Will consistently adhere to all policies/guidelines regarding time and leave usage
• Will consistently keep to schedule
• Will regularly complete tasks effectively and on time

BEHAVIORAL:

• Must work well under pressure
• Meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines
• Shall demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors

CONFIDENTIALITY:

• Must follow confidentiality policies as established by KOTM, as well as applicable Federal and State Laws and Regulations

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Work is predominately in the kitchen with typical kitchen environmental factors
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Repeated bending, kneeling and stooping
• Finger/wrist movement for prolonged periods of time
• Operating office equipment
• Mobility in an office setting
• Must be able to see and hear with or without an Aide
• Must be able to operate small kitchen appliances as well as oven, and stovetop

ATTRIBUTES:
KOTM believes that the following attributes are necessary to be fully successful in this position:

• accountability
• effective written and oral communication
• flexibility
• listening skills
• productivity
• prioritizing
• follow through
• problem solving

Post-Offer/Pre-Hire REQUIREMENTS:

• Approval through EHS Policy Council is required to finalize the hire
• Medical certification that employee can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations within two weeks of hire and every five years thereafter
• Must pass a TB test upon receiving the job offer and prior to hire
• Must pass a criminal background check upon receiving job offer and every five (5) years thereafter
• Continuous CPR, First Aide, and Food Handlers certifications
• Must have valid driver license and verification of Auto insurance compliant with Utah state requirements

EVALUATIONS:
Evaluations will be conducted by the supervisor at the conclusion of the first 90 days and semiannually thereafter, or at any other time deemed appropriate.

NOTES:

• KOTM complies with all provisions of the EEO and ADA laws. KOTM is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, age, family status, military status, disabling condition, or other protected class.
• KOTM is an at-will agency. This job description is not to be construed as a guarantee of employment.
• KOTM will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities when it is necessary for the performance of the essential functions of a job. Should you need assistance in completing the application or at any other stage of the hiring process, or during employment, please notify us immediately. Your request and/or need for accommodation will be kept confidential and only shared with individuals with a business need to know of the request.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• All job descriptions are subject to change at the discretion of the Program Director in collaboration with the Human Resource Director.