Community Action Team, Inc.
Job Description
POSITION TITLE: Cook DEPARTMENT: Children’s Program
POSITION REPORTS TO: Center Manager FTE: 75% - 100%
POSITION SUMMARY:
The cook is responsible for providing a nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack for children, complying with all required standards. The cook will interact with children by assisting with cooking projects and mealtime experiences. The cook will be responsible for the daily cleaning of all the meal preparation equipment and kitchen area.
The cook purchases and prepares food in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, USDA guidelines and according to program cycle menus and recipes. Responsible for keeping USDA records and all other necessary recordkeeping and follow all health and sanitation guidelines
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma
- Two year experience cooking for groups of 25 or more.
- Must have knowledge of nutritional needs for preschool children, USDA guidelines for preschool children and be able to follow program menus and recipes.
- Must have current pediatric and adult First Aid and CPR cards.
- Must have current food handler’s card.
- Must have dependable transportation and/or valid driver's license and auto insurance.
- Evidence of ability to work in a cooperative team manner, to follow directions and program policies.
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner with children, families and co-workers in both verbal and written format.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.43 - $18.11 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Shift:
Work Location: In person