Cook - Children's Services - Driver

JOB CATEGORY: CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / FOOD SERVICE / KITCHEN

POSITION SUMMARY:This position is responsible for all phases of meal preparation and kitchen operation in accordance with USDA-Child and Adult Care Food Program, Head Start/Early Head Start Nutrition Performance Standards, and New Mexico Child Care licensing regulations. Position may involve the reassignment to various centers as deemed necessary for program operations. May be required to deliver meals to multiple Head Start Centers.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND/OR

EXPERIENCE:

• 18 years or older.
• Experience in kitchen required including food preparation and kitchen routine.
• Bilingual English / Spanish or English / Navajo helpful.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

• This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:
• Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies).
• TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies).
• In accordance with the federal Head Start Act, Section 648A(g) and the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires:
• Criminal Background Checks.

If required to drive on a regular basis, must comply with the following conditional driving requirements.

• May be required to use personal transportation to carry out job duties.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Must provide a current motor vehicle record.
• Must provide current personal owner liability automobile insurance and must maintain the insurance coverage throughout the course of employment in this position.
• Must submit to a motor vehicle record check on an as needed basis and maintain a satisfactory driving record that is within the limitations of PMS Human Resources Policy on Automobile Usage and applicable state and federal laws.
• Must comply with PMS Policies on Automobile Usage and Drug Free Workplace and applicable state and federal laws.
• May be required to complete transportation related trainings.

$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS

BONUSES

• All bonuses are subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements

ABOUT PMS

• Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
• Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
• We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
• We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
• PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.

WHY PMS?

• Mission-driven organization
• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
• Free Life & LTD coverage
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution
• Employee recognition and engagement activities
• Robust training program

EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability

• Job Identification 11141
• Job Category Children's Services
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 180 Nm 503, Santa Fe, NM, 87506, US
• Program Description Nambe Head Start/Pre-K - Santa Fe County