The Kitchen Manager supervises all kitchen operations and provides input regarding nutrition

and CACFP in order to effectively implement the goals of the Early Head Start/Head Start programs. With guidance from the Health Coordinator and Nutrition Manager, the Kitchen Manager develops menus and oversees the preparation of nutritious meals, which meet USDA standards. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for CACFP requirements, food and non-food inventory storage, rotation, and temperature logs. The Kitchen Manager ensures the maintenance of proper sanitation throughout the kitchen and works collaboratively with other kitchen personnel.

All employees and volunteers are expected to be sensitive to our clients cultural and socio-economic characteristics, reflect Sunbeam Family Services core values and to perform at Sunbeams standards of excellence at all times.

Our core values are:

Champion Spirit We work like a champion every day: paying attention to details and performing with excellence

Servant Heart We exhibit humility in serving everyone; no job is below anyone and we all pull together to get the work done.

Sunny Attitude We bring a smile and a positive attitude. We treat each other with respect, ensuring an energized work environment.

Essential Functions:

Maintain all aspects of kitchen management according to State, CACFP, and Head Start Performance Standards regulations and guidelines by:

• Responsible for purchasing necessary supplies and food, and for preparing meals in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
• Complete all paperwork according to the food service manual and the CACFP guidelines.
• Monitor food allergies/dietary conditions of children and prepare food accordingly.
• Preparation of all meals and snacks following all CACFP/PS guidelines and regulations
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment according to all guidelines.
• Provide leadership to kitchen staff regarding program implementation and effectiveness
• Ensure safe working conditions and practices are maintained in the kitchen.
• Supervise and evaluate kitchen staff according to Sunbeam policies and procedures.
• Perform additional center duties as directed by supervisor.

Other Duties:

• Provide support for other duties needed in keeping with our mission, vision and values.

Education:

• Previous experience in a large-scale food production operation required.
• Bachelors in Nutrition Science preferred

Experience:

• Knowledge of quantity food preparation, equipment, and purchasing.
• Previous experience in child care center and completion of CACFP training preferred.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Understanding of Head Start/Early Head Start performance standards and state and local child care license requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication to include intermediate knowledge of computer operations and applications and the ability to master other computer technology/software programs, as needed
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Previous knowledge and understanding of ChildPlus preferred
• Advanced computer database and Microsoft Office software skills preferred
• Previous knowledge and understanding of NAEYC preferred

Abilities:

• Must work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Exercise independent judgment
• Communicate in a professional manner, demonstrating dignity and respect for our internal, external and community members
• Process, protect and exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials
• Sustained concentration to detail and accuracy, along with the ability to prioritize workload
• Willingness to work with high-risk, low-income communities
• Local travel required and must have valid Oklahoma drivers license and insurance as required by the position
• Bilingual Spanish/English speaking preferred

Additional Job Requirements:

• Clear background
• TB screen required
• Physical required

Work Schedule:

• Office Hours follow business hours and may vary with supervisor approval; may include occasional evening and weekends.

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently communicate with staff and others, and must be able to exchange accurate information when doing so. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time and occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, attend meetings, etc. Must be able to operate and use a computer. Must be able to detect, discern, distinguish, observe, inspect and compare. Must have excellent command of English language and grammar, both verbal and written. Occasionally must be able to move needed materials weighing up to 50 pounds. The qualifications, physical demands, and work environment described are representative of those an employee will encounter and must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Work Environment

The employee will work in a food service environment, may work in close quarters with other staff and small children. The noise level in the work environment varies from moderate to loud; frequent chaotic situations will occur, characteristic to working with children ages 0 5 years. Employee must expect exposure to strong odors such as soiled diapers and clothes, and poor hygiene. May come into contact with childhood diseases, and blood on occasion.

Other

The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel or candidate and may be subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - Sunbeam Family Services is fair and equal in all its employment practices for persons without regard to race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, disability or degree thereof, national origin, domestic/marital status, political affiliation or opinion, veteran status, HIV status, AIDS status, genetic information, and any legally protected characteristic.