Health, Safety & Food Specialist - Paid Training & Certifications!

Join our New Creations Family in this new and exciting role!

The Health, Safety & Food Specialist is responsible for the overall health, cleanliness and safety best practices and food preparation for all enrolled children. This position at times will be responsible for the oversight of a group of children as well as their health and safety. In addition, this position ensures safe food preparations and proper sanitation methods are used and maintains a safe and clean kitchen/pantry area.

Hiring at 9 of our 13 convenient locations! Big Lake, Blaine, Blaine at Lexington, Brooklyn Park, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Maple Grove, Rush Creek and Riverdale!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Health, Safety & Cleanliness

• Completes the Health and Safety Checklist weekly in partnership with the Site Director.

• Ensures the Playground Safety Checklist is complete daily before children exit the playground.

• Verifies all Cleaning Lists are completed from the day before and follows up with appropriate staff as necessary.

• Conducts and documents all safety drills (fire, tornado, lockdown) each month, and verifies documentation is accurate, accessible and up to date.

• Supports the Site Director in successful safety training for staff persons on an on-going basis by daily, weekly and monthly auditing checklists for completion and accuracy

Meals/Kitchen:

• Prepares daily meals and snacks for children Infants to 10 years old using approved, branded menus while maintaining allergy requirements.

• Create weekly menus by inserting catered lunch menu and designing snack options using USDA guidelines.

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, foods, utensils, and equipment in accordance with health codes and industry standards.

• Set up food carts for the classrooms, and deliver and remove them on time.

• Order snack menu items, manage, order/stock and equipment (perishables, food/dairy), paper products, and cleaning supplies, including storage and rotation, and operate commercial appliances.

• Follow accepted safety practices when using equipment and utensils.

• Maintain record keeping including production charts, temperature charts, and inventory.

• Organize and assist with general food operations including cleanup, dishwashing, and stocking.

• Meet all requirements of the Child Care Food Program standards.

• Provide information and limited assistance to teaching staff on nutrition and cooking lessons.

• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.

• Willing to support staff with meal/rest breaks as directed by Site Director

• Reliable and consistent

Why New Creations?

FUN ENVIRONMENT! New Creations provides a fun environment, exciting events & activities, and benefits beyond compare!

TEACHING CHILDREN! You will be a part of one of the most rewarding careers, in one of the highest-quality child care programs in Minnesota! You will get to teach, love, and care for these children in a safe and fun learning environment!

LASTING RELATIONSHIPS! You will love working for New Creations because you will get to develop lasting relationships with the children, their families, and your co-workers!

HELPFUL CO-WORKERS! You will work in an environment where your co-workers are friendly and helpful. We build a positive team by incorporating fun events and perks such as coffee, lunches, company activities, and community events!

BENEFITS! Take advantage of our array of benefits including our wellness day program that rewards our staff who are reliable with additional paid days off, and many additional benefits to fit you and your family!

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GREAT BENEFITS WE OFFER YOU:

- Competitive hourly pay rate and performance based incentive package

- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

- Medical and Dependent Care FSA’s

- 401K Retirement Plan with company match

- Paid Holidays

- Vacation and Sick Pay

- Discounted childcare

-Training opportunities including ServSafe Training to become a certified food manager, Customer Service and Recovery Training.

-Rich & Diverse Culture

- Supportive environment committed to work/life balance

Pay: $17.00/hr based on experience and qualifications

Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent

-Experience cooking for schools or childcare centers is preferred, but not required.

-Valid Minnesota Food Sanitation Certificate preferred, but will be provided upon employment.

-Ability to follow oral and written instructions

-Must pass DHS background check

-Ability to work on your feet for long periods of time

-Ability to lift up to 50lbs on a daily basis

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

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