Cultural Cook Apprentice

Cherokee Nation • Tahlequah, OK

16h • Onsite

About The Position

This position will work as a Cultural Cook Apprentice at the Cherokee Nation's Immersion Schools. It will be the duty of this position to research and study historically accurate Cherokee/Native foods and create recipes that are conducive to a modern taste palette, to reduce processed foods and replace it with healthier food options.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One (1) year of specialized training or education.
• At least one (1) year of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of Internet software.
• Must not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
• Must meet and maintain periodic background investigation and adjudication for child care.

Nice To Haves

• Within the first (3) months of hire must obtain Food Handlers Certification and CACFP Review.

Responsibilities

• Research and study historically accurate Cherokee/Native foods.
• Create recipes that are conducive to a modern taste palette.
• Reduce processed foods and replace them with healthier food options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees