Childcare Kitchen Cook - CACFP, 9am-1pm, Part-Time

GREAT FALLS COLLEGE MSU; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Falls College Montana State University invites applications for a Cook in the early childhood program. You will plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children, ensuring CACFP compliance, state licensing, and health and safety standards in a child-friendly environment.

Work hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 1pm. The position is classified hourly with a 0.4 FTE, and compensation ranges from $16.00 to $18.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience preparing meals for groups, preferably in a child care, school, or institutional setting.
• Knowledge of CACFP regulations and meal pattern requirements preferred.
• Food Handler’s Permit and/or ServSafe Certification, or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and nutrition guidelines.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and complete required documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks that meet CACFP meal pattern requirements.
• Maintain accurate CACFP records, including menus, production records, and meal counts.
• Order, receive, and properly store food and kitchen supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment, and ensure food preparation, handling, and storage practices comply with local health department regulations.

Skills

CACFP knowledge

Food safety & sanitation

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience preparing meals for groups

Food Handler’s Permit / ServSafe Certification

Job description

Great Falls College Montana State University invites applications for a Cook in the early childhood program. You will plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children, ensuring CACFP compliance, state licensing, and health and safety standards in a child-friendly environment.

Work hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 1pm. The position is classified hourly with a 0.4 FTE, and compensation ranges from $16.00 to $18.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.