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Child Care Center Cook

Appalachian State University

$35,845

United States, North Carolina, Boone

287 Rivers Street (Show on map)

Apr 23, 2025

Position Summary Information

Classification Title	Food Services Technician-ASU
Working Title	Child Care Center Cook
Location	Boone, NC
Job Category	8
Position Number	067791
Department	Lucy Brock Child Dev Lab Prog - 260820
Minimum Qualifications	Experience in food preparation or service activities in a commercial kitchen; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
License/Certification Required
Essential Job Functions	The Lucy Brock Child Development Laboratory Program is a full-day North Carolina licensed program that serves approximately 46 children from birth through five years of age. At Lucy Brock, we are dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of young children through a supportive and engaging learning environment. We believe that healthy, nutritious meals are a key component of a child's well-being and learning experience. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Cook to join our team and contribute to the daily health and happiness of our students. The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, balanced meals and snacks for children. This role involves planning menus, managing kitchen supplies, and ensuring that all food safety and hygiene standards are met. The ideal candidate will have experience in child-friendly meal preparation and a genuine interest in supporting early childhood development through healthy eating. Job Duties & Responsibilities Develop monthly menus that include a variety of healthy, age-appropriate foods, taking into consideration childcare nutrition guidelines, allergies, and/or dietary restrictions. Plan and prepare breakfast, lunch, and snack for children each day. This includes large scale cooking and/or baking of a wide variety of food products. Plan cooking times for various food items in order to complete all aspects of the meal at the appropriate serving time and temperature. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations. Monitor food storage, handling, and preparation to prevent contamination. Efficiently wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment to maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment. Plan and execute food purchasing plans that meet budgetary requirements. Manage the kitchen inventory, which includes ordering and storing food and supplies. Track inventory levels and submit food purchase orders in a timely manner. Some shopping may be required to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables. Maintain records of menu plans, food purchases, and meal counts as required by licensing regulations and organizational policies. Engage in sustainable food practices and seek out partnerships with local food systems. Communicate positively, effectively, and regularly with children and families. Coordinate and work with nutrition interns from the Beaver College of Health Sciences. Follow a plan for professional development and demonstrate evidence of growth. Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding children, families, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics and state and federal laws. Share responsibility during the school day for the supervision of children in areas of the school. Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position	Strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs for young children Excellent organizational and time-management skills Familiarity with food safety standards and practices A passion for working with young children Ability to adapt to changing needs and handle multiple tasks
Preferred Qualifications	Previous experience in a commercial kitchen or food service environment, preferably in a childcare or educational setting Familiarity with food safety standards and practices Experience in child-friendly meal preparation A displayed interest in supporting early childhood development through healthy eating
Type of Position	Permanent Full-Time
Staff/Non-Faculty	Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type	1.0
Work Schedule/Hours	Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm
Number of Hours Per Week	40
Number of Months Per Year	12
Mandatory Staff	No
Physical Demands of Position	To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Overall Competency Level	Journey
Salary Grade Equivalency	GN02
Salary Range
Anticipated Hiring Range	$35,845
Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.	Communication: Communicates information to individuals or groups including supervisors and co-workers/customers. Listens and responds appropriately to messages from others. Develops written information as needed to individuals or groups to ensure that they understand the message. Delegates to assistants and students with clear and concise instructions. Works with teachers and community agencies to plan menus. Comparison shops and be creative in planning and meal execution Safety and Health Compliance: Practices good personal hygiene by coming to work clean, no body odor, appropriate hair restraint, clean shaven or beard/mustache no longer than 1/8 inch, no nail polish, jewelry must follow guidelines. Hands washed, sanitary gloves worn/changed, and food handled according to state health laws. Foods stored according to state health laws by keeping hot foods above 145 degrees F and cold foods below 45 degrees F with raw meats stored below cooked meats daily. Properly labels all foods including leftovers to indicate dates and cooking methods. Clean work area maintained by removing dirt/dust/stains, wiping up spills quickly. Storing and labeling cleaning supplies appropriately. Maintain and foster a clean and sanitary food service area. Follow sanitation guidelines and implement routines and schedules that support the implementation of a high quality food preparation program. Customer Service: Responds to requests from fellow employees promptly and courteously. In order to achieve excellent customer service in our units there are positive behaviors that we want to demonstrate such as good eye contact, positive image, as well as friendly and prompt service. There are also behaviors that we do not want to demonstrate such as eating, drinking, reading, excessive talking, cell phone usage, or using tobacco products while not on your scheduled break. Attentive to duties. Routine complaints handled according to guidelines. Information about foods and preparation techniques offered to customers. Correct and precise explanations / directions offered to customers as required.

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date	04/23/2025
Closing Date	05/04/2025
Competency Level Statement	Management will only consider applicants who meet the required competencies.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include the following in your application: Cover Letter Resume List of three professional references with contact information Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a criminal background check, to ensure a safe learning and work environment for our students, staff, and faculty.
Search Chair Name	Dr. Andrea Anderson
Search Chair Email	andersonaw@appstate.edu
Applicant Pool Preference	External (Post on the Web)

Departmental Information

Quick Link	https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/50594
Posting Number	201502866P