Cook

Must be at least 19 years of age

Must have at least a GED

Meet all requirements of DCFS

Have patience with children and desire to want to work with
them

Be loving, caring, sensitive and friendly towards children

Must be able to communicate with children and co-workers

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Skills to help
children meet their developmental and emotional needs

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Skills in planning,
directing, and conducting programs that meet the children’s basic needs

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Must complete 20 hours
of in-service/online training per year 

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Must have emotional
maturity when working with children

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Cooperation with the
purposes and services of the program

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Respect for children
and adults

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Flexibility,
understanding and patience

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Physical and mental
health that do not interfere with child care responsibilities

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Good personal hygiene

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Frequent interaction
with children

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Listening skills,
availability and responsiveness to children

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Sensitivity to
children’s socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds, and
individual needs and capabilities

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Use of positive
discipline and guidance techniques and

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Ability to provide an
environment in which children can feel comfortable, relaxed, happy and involved
in play, recreation and other activities

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Must be fingerprinted
and cleared from background check.

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Must submit 3 letters
of reference

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Must have physical
updated every 2 years Physician must know applying as cook position (T.B. test
included)

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Must be able to lift
40 lbs. or more

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Must submit a copy of
Transcripts

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Must be at least 19
years of age

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Must have previous
experience cooking for large groups and be able to demonstrate knowledge of
basic math

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Act as role model for
the children

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To report needs of
supplies and replacement of all equipment needed for the kitchen

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To communicate with
the director daily

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To attend staff
meetings and in-services as they are scheduled

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To maintain
confidentiality with regards to children, co-workers and parents

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To show good judgment
and problem-solving skills

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Keep kitchen,
restrooms, and hallways clean

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Wash and put away all
utensils

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Prepare grocery list
including cleaning supplies

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Finish projects
promptly

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Must have Food
Handlers Certification

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To be aware of company
policies