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COOK - EARLY EDUCATION CENTER

Missoula, MT (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3000+S+Russell+Street+Missoula+MT+USA+59801) • YMCA-Development Center

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Title:Cook -- Early Childcare Center – FT

Wage: $16.00

Hours: FT status, starts at 8am M-F

Reports to: Development Center Director Revision Date: 05/22/2025

Probation: Subject to a 12-month introductory (probationary) period

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Missoula Y is seeking a team oriented, dependable and compassionate person who likes to engage and have fun with children aged 6 weeks to 6 years in a quality care learning environment. The Early Childcare Center Cook is responsible for the planning, preparing and serving of healthy child care meals, breakfast, lunch and snacks for infants and young children in accordance with safe food handling and preparation guidelines. Meals must be created in accordance with Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) standards. The Cook is responsible for maintaining food inventories, abiding by any child’s known food allergies or food restrictions, and maintaining a clean kitchen and food prep environment in accordance with all health code guidelines. Must be able to thrive in an environment with the unique challenges of a non-profit community service organization. Works with limited supervision.

FT: the cook responsibilities are full-time with hours starting at 8am M-F. Fulltime position involves child care, filling in for staff breaks and helping the teachers as needed.

The Missoula Y is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive space for all, we value all people for their unique talents, and actively promote practices that support diversity, inclusion, and equity.

BENEFITS:

Full Time employment benefits at the Y include free family Y membership with discounts to Y programs and classes, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, paid life insurance, group health, vision and dental insurance (employee contribution required), and retirement plan contributions after sufficient time worked.

OUR CULTURE:

At the Missoula Y, we strive for a better us by strengthening our community, every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all, a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to create change in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all, we are on a quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

To apply: http://ymcamissoula.org/employment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Preparing breakfast, lunch and two snacks daily

• Maintain the food inventory in accordance with menus, including item check in and food storage

• Abide by any pre-determined food allergies and food restrictions of children

• Create healthy meals in according to HEPA guidelines

• Maintain a clean kitchen and food prep environment and meet or exceed all health code guidelines

• Have a working knowledge of safe food handling and preparation guidelines

• Report supply needs and/or equipment damage or malfunctions to supervisor immediately

• Be on time for your daily schedule, dressed in proper attire

• Learn the names of parents and children in the center

• Give sufficient notice for absences; find an approved substitute to cover your shifts

• Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with other staff members, Y departments, volunteers, members and the general public

• Work within the Y core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility

• Know and and enforce Child Care rules, policies, and State of Montana licensing regulations with parents, participants, and other staff

• Complete required child sexual abuse prevention training, comply with legal and ethical obligation as a mandatory reporter of suspected child abuse and cooperate fully with any investigation of such abuse

• Maintain positive child guidance at all times

• Ensure program safety and manage risk appropriately

• Interpret and enforce all safety and health regulations

• Respond quicky and appropriately to emergency situations

• Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work enthusiastically within a fast changing environment with constantly changing priorities

• Exercise sound judgment and handle conflicts in a timely and professional manner

• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Certification

+ Required – Kitchen experience and familiarity with safe food preparation and health code rules

+ Required -- High school diploma or equivalent

+ Required – Must have current CPR or obtain within first 30 days of employment

Experience

+ Preferred – experience in child care or working with children

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

• Must be able to communicate clearly to all children, parents, members and company personnel

• Ability to attend all trainings and meetings as required even if scheduled outside normal working or regular scheduled hours.

• Present a clean, well-groomed appearance

• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for periods of time.

• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

• Occasionally must be able to lift and carry up to 55 pounds

• Frequently may require bending, leaning, kneeling and walking

Salary Description

$16.00 per hr