Head Start Cook - Marshall (#1126B)

United Community Action Partnership, Inc • Marshall, MN

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About The Position

The Head Start Cook prepares nutritious meals and snacks for children to support their health, nutrition, learning, and growth. The role prepares and serves breakfast, lunch, and snacks according to approved menus; accommodates individual dietary needs; and follows food safety, sanitation, health, and licensing requirements. The cook orders groceries and kitchen supplies, maintains inventory and required records, and keeps the kitchen clean, organized, and safe. The position also supports Head Start recruitment by sharing program information with families and community members and helps maintain a safe environment by following emergency procedures.

This is a full-time position of 36 hours per week, 12 months per year, located in Marshall, Minnesota. It is non-union and is expected to start as soon as possible. The position is open to the public until filled.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience preparing food in a commercial, institutional, school, childcare, or similar setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Ability to communicate well with children, families, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to stay organized, dependable, and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Interest in supporting children and families in the community.

Nice To Haves

• Food Manager Certification.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Knowledge of food safety, health, and sanitation regulations.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices, or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks according to approved menus.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health guidelines to ensure meals are safely prepared.
• Prepare meals that meet individual dietary needs and requirements.
• Order groceries and kitchen supplies and maintain inventory.
• Keep the kitchen clean and organized and comply with licensing requirements.
• Maintain meal counts, food production records, inventories, and other required documentation.
• Share information about Head Start with families and community members to support recruitment.
• Follow emergency procedures and help maintain a safe environment for children and staff.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• 13 paid holidays each year.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Short-Term Disability (STD).
• Long-Term Disability (LTD).
• Accident insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST).
• Hospital indemnity insurance.
• Basic life insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Proximal Health.
• CancerCare.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellness Program.
• Opportunities to grow and learn.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed