Child Care Cook: Nutritious Meals & CACFP Prep

Latino-Community-Development-Agency-; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Latino-Community-Development-Agency- is seeking a full-time Child Care / Head Start Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children in compliance with CACFP guidelines and to maintain a sanitary kitchen.

Responsibilities include planning meals, ordering and storing supplies, completing CACFP records, and coordinating dietary needs with staff. A strong team player with food safety knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Previous cook experience in child care/Head Start or similar setting.
• Experience with CACFP paperwork and meal pattern requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe handling procedures.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children according to CACFP requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment at all times.
• Order, receive, and store food and kitchen supplies properly.
• Complete CACFP paperwork (daily meal production records, menus, attendance forms).
• Monitor portion sizes and meal components to ensure CACFP compliance.
• Coordinate with staff to accommodate special dietary needs and allergies.
• Follow safe food handling and storage procedures.
• Participate in inspections and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Maintain inventory and notify supervisor of needed supplies.
• Attend required training and staff meetings; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CACFP paperwork

Food safety

Sanitation

Inventory management

Teamwork

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain)

Job description

The Latino-Community-Development-Agency- is seeking a full-time Child Care / Head Start Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children in compliance with CACFP guidelines and to maintain a sanitary kitchen.

Responsibilities include planning meals, ordering and storing supplies, completing CACFP records, and coordinating dietary needs with staff. A strong team player with food safety knowledge is essential.