JOB REQUIREMENTS: Prepare nutritious meals in accordance with program
guidelines and dietary requirements. Follow established menus. Ensure
compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, equipment, and
dining area on a daily basis. Monitor food inventory and coordinate with
the Aging Programs Coordinator or the central kitchen to ensure adequate
meal availability. Minimize food waste through proper portioning and
storage. Oversee meal service, ensuring a welcoming and fun environment
for group meals. Coordinate with the Aging Programs Coordinator to
organize enrichment activities to encourage participation in the
congregate meal. Utilize volunteers to assist with meal preparation,
service and delivery. Maintain accurate records of meal counts,
temperature checks, volunteer hours, and participant attendance. Submit
to the Aging Programs Coordinator on a monthly basis. Address
participant concerns and connect them to additional resources as needed.
Knowledge of county resources is necessary. Collect and submit
participant contributions to the Aging Programs Coordinator. Attend all
training sessions and/or meetings required. Prepare the kitchen for
daily operations. Ensure a good working relationship with the host site.
Perform all other duties as assigned. Must have regular and dependable
attendance. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Experience
in food preparation, nutrition services, or community meal programs
preferred. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Ability to
work in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Strong organizational and
leadership skills. Effective communication skills to interact with
participants, staff, and volunteers. Basic computer proficiency for
record-keeping and reporting. Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and stand for
extended periods. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.lafayettecountywi.org/hr/job-opening/human-services-cooking-meal-site-coordinator