Cook for Head Start

Central Missouri Community ActionJefferson City, MO
Onsite

About The Position

Central Missouri Community Action (CMCA) is hiring a Cook for our Head Start center in Jefferson City, MO. This role involves making a meaningful impact in the community and working with children. The position offers competitive pay, great benefits, paid time off, and a 4-day work week (Tuesday through Friday). CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964, with a mission to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. The organization has over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties and is dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

Requirements

  • Prefer one year of experience preparing food in a commercial setting
  • Prefer High School Diploma or GED required

Responsibilities

  • Purchasing food
  • Preparing meals following the Head Start menu

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Generous paid time off
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • 4-day work week (Tuesday - Friday)
  • Paid 2 week winter break
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Professional development opportunities
  • CMCA swag and spirit
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