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Our House Children's Program Assistant Cook/Janitor in Little Rock, Arkansas
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Childrens ProgramAssistant Cook/Janitor
UpdatedMarch 2022
Department: Little Learners
Reports to: Childrens Program Lead Cook
Employment Type: In-Person, Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
About Our House
Our House empowers homeless and near-homeless families and individuals to succeed in the
workforce, in school, and in life through hard work, wise decision-making, and active
participation in the community. The Our House team has defined a set of seven Guiding
Principles that characterize our culture and that we intentionally seek to uphold: Hard Work,
Wise Decision-Making, Community, Initiative, Integrity, Safety, and Heart.
About the Role
You will be responsible for day-to-day cleanliness of both Childrens Centers and preparing
meals for the children. You will work alongside the Lead Cook to prepare and serve breakfast,
lunch, and snack for children attending the Bright Beginnings Child Development Program and
children attending Our Club Youth Development Program. You will also work alongside Job
Trainees and team members to ensure that both Childrens Centers are cleaned daily.
What Youll Do
? Provide janitorial services in the Childrens Center
? Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, empty trash, clean restrooms, and any other cleaning
spills/accidents that occur throughout the day
? Keep inventory of and organize cleaning supplies
? Maintain a schedule of tasks through the week
? Work closely and coach the Housekeeping Job Trainee
? Provide support to the Childrens Program Lead Cook in preparing and serving meals
? Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and snack for the children in attendance
? Clean the kitchen, pots, pans, dishes, and trays after meals
? Ensure all kitchen supplies are properly clean, stored properly, and in good
condition
? Ensure all kitchen equipment is clean and in good working order as defined by the
Arkansas State Board of Health
? Ensure kitchen, walk in, pantry, and dishroom are sanitized and disinfected and all
items are properly stored daily
? When the Childrens Programs Cook is out, the Assistant Cook / Janitor will fill in
and assume those roles and responsibilities
? The Assistant Cook / Janitor needs to be knowledgeable in and adhere to all rules,
regulations, and requirements and attend mandatory trainings of the following:
? Arkansas Minimum Licensing Requirements for Child Care Centers
? Department of Health Code for Commercial Kitchens
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? Special Nutrition Plan Meal Pattern and other requirement
? Attend Child and Adult Care Food Program training annually
? Complete Servsafe training
? Conduct other duties as assigned to fulfill Our Houses mission
What Youll Bring
? At least 1 year experience in the food service industry
? Experience in batch cooking
? At least 1 year experience in janitorial work
? Ability to work effectively with diverse staff, parents, and community members
? Experience with conflict resolution and/or crisis management
? Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed
? Must be able to lift 30 lbs
? CPR / First Aid certified
Requirements
? COVID-19 vaccination required or must meet the legal guidelines for an exemption
? Must be able to pass criminal background checks, child and adult maltreatment registry
checks, sex offender registry checks, and a pre-employment drug screen
Benefits & Perks
? Insurance b enefits are available on the first day of the month following start date:
? 100% employer-paid premiums for employee health insurance
? Optional employee-paid dental, vision, and life insurance
? 401(k) match up to 4% after one year of employment
? 10 days of annual leave and 10 holidays per year including a birthday holiday
? 15 days additional leave for requirements of life
? Employee Assistance Program
? Eligible for undergraduate tuition discount at UA Little Rock
Our House is a drug-free workplace.
Our House is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an
inclusive environment for all teammembers. People of color and members of the LGBTQ
community are encouraged to apply.
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