CHICOPEE Kitchen Staff The Center School, part of the Positive Regard Network (Chicopee, MA) invites applicants for the position of Kitchen Staff. Under the direction of the Food Services Manager, assists in the safe, efficient and sanitary day-to-day operations of the food service facilities. A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required. Experience cooking and preparing food in school and industrial food service are strongly preferred, as well as experience within special education, milieu treatment or related field. Certification in ServSafe, Allergen Awareness and Choking Safety Training preferred. Position Responsibilities: Practice proper sanitation techniques. Follows ServSafe guidelines and any other state and local requirements with regard to food service preparation. Prepares breakfast and lunch for students using recipes under the guidance of the Food Service Manager. Prepares lunch for staff as assigned. Prepares any special food accommodations for individual students per order of the Nurse. Responsible for the closing of the kitchen, following kitchen checklists, and the completion of kitchen equipment logs. Responsible for the receiving of and stocking of supplies upon delivery. Provides mentoring/training to students performing vocational work in the kitchen area. Participates in regular supervision with Supervisor and maintains a commitment to professional development. Assists in completing monthly inventory of food and other supplies, as assigned. Participates in school meetings and training as appropriate. Performs washing, sweeping, mopping, and general cleaning duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager. Operates the cafeteria cash register with accuracy for staff purchases. Ability to stand for an entire shift. **Please note that candidates who are offered employment will be subject to background screening, to include: CORI, SORI, DCF and SAFIS (Fingerprinting) checks**