Kitchen Staff/housekeeping

KITCHEN STAFF/HOUSEKEEPER Job Description

Under the direction of the Administration, the Housekeeper will serve and distribute the nutritionally balanced meal provided for all children in attendance by the catering company. The housekeeper will ensure proper food handling and the cleaning and maintenance of the kitchen area

The Housekeeper must keep the designated Administrator informed of any pertinent information, concerns and issues immediately.

When issues arise between co-workers, staff must communicate directly with the individual(s) involved. In the event that a situation is not resolved, it is the staff’s responsibility to request a meeting with the Supervisor and/or Executive Director as soon as possible.

**GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Clean assigned areas as outlined in the housekeeping schedule.
- Assist the children in the various classrooms when requested and when ratios require (i.e. breaks, etc.).
- Communicate with the designated Administrator regarding lunches, snacks and any changes.
- Ensure the food preparation area is kept clean and tidy at all times.
- Ensure maintenance of the highest level of hygiene in the kitchen area at all times.
- Ensure a clean and tidy work area before leaving (i.e. tables, sink, cupboards, fridge, stove and counters).
- Check and record food temperatures when it arrives, daily record of fridge and dishwasher temperature. Maintain records for food usage/storage.
- Place food in serving dishes, cover and place in a preheated oven. Required food temperature must be maintained at all times.
- Ensure all menu changes for lunch and/or snacks are posted daily.
- Ensure appropriate cutlery and dishes (adaptive equipment) are in each classroom prior to lunch being served.
- Ensure lunch is served to the classrooms at the specified time.
- Ensure dietary restrictions and allergies are observed and followed through; making sure correct lunch/snack items are served to the appropriate classroom.
- Ensure dishes are collected from the rooms & returned to the kitchen, washed & put away.
- Prepare P.M. snack for all groups, making sure all items that need refrigeration are left in the fridge.
- Prepare A.M. snack for all groups and labeled. Be sure snack is wrapped securely to ensure freshness. If there are special instructions for snack, leave a note on the snack tray.
- Keep track of excess food in the fridge and communicate with the designated Administrator to ensure the food is used up/disposed of.
- Attend staff and family functions as applicable.
- Ensure the ordering for sufficient quantities of food and cleaning supplies within the specified budget.
- Have an understanding and commitment to the goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the organization.
- Demonstrate the ability to cope with emergencies effectively.
- Demonstrate an ability to effectively and positively solve problems.
- Report faulty or dangerous equipment or conditions to the designated Administrator and arrange for their repair in consultation with the designated Administrator.
- Assist children during fire drills.
- Answer phone, take messages and locate staff when necessary.
- Read all food labels and prepare grocery list as required.
- Laundry, in collaboration with staff
- Water flushing and documentation must be done, prior to opening on the first day of the week and daily.
- Deal with routine situations.
- Maintain a good working relationship with the designated Administrator, co-workers, students and children.

**ALL OTHER ASSIGNED AND RELATED DUTIES**

QUALIFICATIONS/Skills
- Experience in food handling and arranging food/snacks for large groups.
- Set priorities, adhere to tight schedules and adapt to daily minor changes in schedules and routines.
- Lift heavy objects.
- Communicate both orally and in writing.
- Stand for long periods of time, stand and bend at the sink and dishwasher.
- Work in an environment that may at times be noisy, hot, humid, steamy, etc.
- Work with chemical substances contained in cleaning supplies.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma
- Food Handlers Certificate
- 1st Aid and CPR
- Police Reference Check

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $20.32 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-03-17