Cook

Jimmy Jazz; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

IPERS/403(b) with company match

Job summary

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) in Dubuque, IA, is hiring a full-time Cook to support meals for CACFP and Head Start programs. This position offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule and a 40-hour work week.

The Cook will prepare meals, ensuring quality and compliance with program guidelines. Candidates need a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of food service experience, with a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of food service experience.

Responsibilities

• The Cook is responsible for food preparation for the CACFP/Head Start.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Location 1584 White Street,Dubuque, IA, 52001,United States
• Base Pay $18.89 - $18.89 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Description

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) is a dynamic nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the lives of families and individuals in our communities across nine counties. We believe in the power of collaboration, working alongside for-profit businesses, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and local community members to create stronger, healthier communities.

Position Overview:

Application Deadline: August 30, 2026.

Job Title: Cook.

Position Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

Schedule: Monday - Friday from 7:15 am - 3:45 pm. School Day/School Year.

Pay Range: $18.89 hourly.

Position Goal:

The Cook is responsible for food preparation for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)/Head Start.

What HACAP is proud to offer you:

Company Paid Benefits

• Paid Time Off and 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Short-Term Disability (After 1 Year of Employment)
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental (Voluntary Coverage)

Voluntary Insurance Plans

• Health and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Retirement Savings Options

• Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) or 403(b) plan with a generous company match of or up to 9.44% of your gross wage

Additional Benefits

• Corporate Advantage Partnership Education Program with Mount Mercy and Upper Iowa University

Qualifications & Conditions of Employment:

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of food service experience.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid Driver's License.
• Valid Car Insurance.
• Receive clearance by the Iowa Department of Human Services on child abuse and criminal checks prior to hire and resubmit every two (2) years.
• Pass a pre-employment health examination and subsequent health examinations every three (3) years thereafter.

  Additional Information:

  HACAP is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability of any other characteristic protected by law.

  Applicants with Disabilities

  We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with HACAP. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, please contact HACAP's Human Resources Department by email at [e-mail] .

  All applicants will receive an acknowledgement via email that their application has been received. Those candidates selected for further consideration will be notified.