Cook

Fond-Du-Lac-Reservation; Cloquet (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa seeks a Full-time Head Start kitchen assistant to uphold safety and cleanliness and manage food orders and inventory. You will help plan nutritious menus with a nutritionist and ensure quality from receipt to serving.

You’ll maintain records and support daily kitchen operations in a respectful, compliant environment. You must have a high school diploma or GED, two years in food service, and required Food Handler and Serve Safe certifications, with

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Two years experience in food service and knowledge of food preparation.
• Food handler’s certification required; must obtain within 1 month of hire.
• Serve Safe certification required; must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Effective communication, ability to work independently, and attention to detail.
• Background checks and immunization review required; drug and alcohol testing administered.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety and cleanliness standards in the kitchen.
• Manages nutrition budget and records.
• Orders food and supplies weekly with input from kitchen staff.
• Checks shipments and signs invoices after verification.
• Contributes to rotating menus with a nutritionist for meals.
• Determines quantities based on planned menus and ensures quality.
• Prepares monthly inventory sheets and daily production records.
• Assists with daily cleaning of kitchen equipment and dishwashing.
• Reports faulty equipment or inferior food to supervisor.
• Attends mandatory department trainings and maintains confidentiality.
• Maintains professional, courteous interactions with staff and visitors.
• Maintains good attendance and is flexible to take on other duties.

Skills

Food service experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Food handler’s certification

Serve Safe certification

Job description

Division/Department: Head Start / AdministrationLocation: Fond du Lac Head Start - OnsiteReports To: Health, Safety and Nutrition Program ManagerProbationary Period: 90 days – Full time; 120 days – Part timeFLSA Status: Non-Exempt (hourly)Classification: Child-Related CADriver’s License: Level 0 - No Driver’s License required.Rate of Pay: $15.99 to $17.99 hourlyResponsibilities: Maintains the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchenMaintain nutrition budget and records.Orders all necessary food and supplies for the Head Start program on a weekly basis with input from the kitchen staff.Check food shipments and sign invoices only after each order has been verified.Has input on the four rotating menus (spring, summer, fall, winter) with nutritionist in planning school breakfast and lunch menus based on CAFCP nutritional guidelines.Determines the quantity of food according to the planned menu and determines if the finished product is of the best quality in flavor and appearance before it is served.Responsible for preparing accurate monthly inventory sheets and daily food production recordsAssist with the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment and the washing and sterilizing of all dishes, silverware and utensils.Reports to the Health and Nutrition Program Manager any faulty equipment or inferior food received.Appropriate work attire is required.Must attend all mandatory department trainings.Ensures confidentiality of financial records and all records for employees and/or clients.Displays a responsive and professional manner in promptly responding to all requests, complaints, and problems.Recognizes that each employee is a representative of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and is responsible for demonstrating courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to the needs of all others, including visitors and co-workers.Represents the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the department in a positive and professional manner in the community.Required to maintain proper attendance including reporting to work on time in accordance with applicable policies.Maintains a clean and organized work area.Due to changes and modifications in the job from time to time, employees are required to be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as deemed necessary.Qualifications: No Driver’s License Required.High School diploma or GED is preferred.Two years experience in food service and knowledge of food preparation is preferred.Food handler’s certification is required; if not certified at the time of hire, employee must become certified within 1 month of hire and must maintain certification for duration of employment.Serve Safe certification is required, if not certified at the time of hire; employee must become certified with 6 months of hire and must maintain certification for duration of employment.Working knowledge of food inventory and ordering are required.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing is required.Ability to work independently and establish priorities is required.Attention to detail and accuracy is required.Ability to establish professional and harmonious working relationships on all projects and with all parties involved.Subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Fond du Lac Reservation’s Personnel Policies.Subject to pre-employment and annual background checks.Subject to immunization review and submitted proof of required vaccinations.Some travel is required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds is required.Ability to pass bi-annual physical examination.Vaccination must be current and kept current for the duration of employment.Standing, walking, bending and stooping, pushing and pulling are required.Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, including work in adverse weather conditionsT he Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, Nagaajiwanaang ( Where the water stops ), is one of the six Bands of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe and a proud sovereign Ojibwe nation. We strive to be a diverse , supportive , and inclusive workforce that employs Fond du Lac Band members, native peoples , and those from our surrounding communities .As one of Carlton County's largest employers, the Fond du Lac Band is dedicated to elevating the community through a broad spectrum of programs and enterprises including our gaming facilities, tribal government, health services, and education that promot es our language, culture, and the preservation of our natural resources .The Fond du Lac Band is a n employer that cultivate s the growth of our employees and our programs ; a place where you can develop your skills and gain experience that will positively impact the lives of those who call the Fond du Lac Band home. Our hiring practices follow tribal employment rights outlined in Fond du Lac O rdinance #12/94 (TERO).Join the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa in our mission to preserve and promote our community while contributing to its vibrant future.