Head Start Cook - Marshall (#1126B)
About The Position
The Head Start Cook prepares nutritious meals and snacks for children, helping 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, licensing, and emergency procedures. The cook orders groceries and kitchen supplies, maintains inventory and required records, and keeps the kitchen clean, organized, and safe. The position also helps share information about Head Start with families and community members. This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week, 12-month, non-union position in Marshall, Minnesota, starting as soon as possible. The salary range is $16.41–$24.90 per hour. The position is open to the public until filled.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Experience preparing food in a commercial, institutional, school, childcare, or similar setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Communicate effectively with children, families, staff, and community partners.
- Be organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple tasks.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Understand food safety and sanitation practices or be willing to learn.
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
- Enjoy 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.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks according to approved menus.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and health guidelines when preparing meals.
- Prepare meals to 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.
- Help share information about Head Start with families and community members.
- 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).
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical and dependent care.
- Proximal Health.
- CancerCare.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Wellness Program.
- Opportunities to grow and learn.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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