Assistant Cook

Tanager; Mount Vernon (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking organization focused on improving children's wellbeing. As an Assistant Cook, you'll play a vital role in meal preparation and service, ensuring nutritious food is delivered while maintaining health and safety standards. This part-time position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth. Enjoy excellent benefits including medical, dental, and generous PTO. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Employer-Paid Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Headspace Subscription

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in a food service environment.
• Equivalent experience and training that provides necessary skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Cook in meal preparation and service.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and adhere to health regulations.

Skills

Meal Preparation

Food Safety Regulations

Customer Service

Education

Food Service Experience

Equivalent Training

Job description

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About Tanager
Beginning in 1879, we are Linn County's First Children's Human Services agency. We are always evolving to serve the needs of our community. Our programs focus on prevention, treatment, and outreach, serving children and teens of all ages. As a non-profit organization, Tanager proudly supports more than 4,000 children annually.

Why Tanager?

• We value our team members and offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, EAP, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, employer-paid life insurance, and employer-paid short and long-term disability.
• Weekly payroll and full subscription to Headspace app.
• We prioritize wellness with 10 paid holidays and a generous PTO policy of up to 6 weeks per year, depending on experience.
• We accept private and public insurance programs.
• Eligible employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Join an organization that inspires hope and improves children's wellbeing.
• We support professional growth and advancement opportunities.
• Position hours: Monday – Thursday, 20–30 hours per week.
• Camp runs from June 1st, 2025, to August 8th, 2025.

Job Details

The Assistant Cook will support the Lead Cook in meal preparation, service, clean-up, and kitchen maintenance. Responsibilities include preparing and serving attractive, nutritious food, and adhering to health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years' experience in a food service environment.
• Equivalent experience and training that provides necessary skills.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Mental Health Care