Cook Assistant

Centro de la Familia de Utah; Centerfield (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Centro de la Familia de Utah is seeking a friendly Cook Assistant to join our Head Start Center's Food Services team on a part-time basis. You will help support meal planning, preparation, serving, and basic kitchen operations to support children.

You will help manage inventory and deliveries, ensure compliance with USDA/CACFP standards and health regulations, and maintain accurate meal documentation. The role offers a meaningful chance to contribute to children's nutrition and family engagement.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• HS/GED preferred.
• Preference for current or former Head Start parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, serving, and related activities.
• Manage inventory for supplies, food, and equipment used in food services.
• Ensure kitchen compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Document meals and snacks per USDA/CACFP standards.
• Oversee kitchen operations in Cook's absence.
• Assist in preparing and serving food for field trips.
• Receive and account for food deliveries.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

HS/GED

Tools

USDA/CACFP Certification

Food Handlers Certification

ServSafe Manager Certification

Child CPR

First Aid Certification

Job description

Job: Cook Assistant

Are you ready to spice up your career? We're on the lookout for a dynamic individual to join our Centro de la Familia Food Services team.

Job Type

Part-time

Overview

Assist the Head Start Center's Food Services by supporting the Cook in ensuring compliance with Local, State, and Federal regulations related to food services. This role involves tasks such as ordering, preparing, serving, and documenting meals and snacks, following menus, and overseeing kitchen operations. The position contributes to the kitchen's smooth operation, adhering to health and food safety codes and maintaining cleanliness.

Key Areas Of Responsibility

• Maintain compliance with state license standards, Childcare Licensing regulations, and local ordinances.
• Assist in food preparation, serving, and related activities, including meeting the needs of children with special needs or disabilities.
• Manage inventory for supplies, food, and equipment used in food services.
• Process and store food and related items upon delivery.
• Oversee full kitchen operations in the absence of the Cook.
• Assist in preparing and serving food for field trips.
• Receive and account for food deliveries if necessary.
• Ensure kitchen compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Report malfunctioning kitchen equipment to the lead Cook for necessary maintenance, repair, or replacement.
• Maintain documentation for food services according to USDA/CACFP and CDLF standards.
• Promote children's overall health through well-balanced meals and snacks.
• Participate in parent and center activities.
• Facilitate family-style meal services for children and classroom staff.
• Ensure proper storage of food and kitchen cleanup.
• Notify the supervisor of safety or health concerns.
• Participate in ongoing training in food preparation and nutrition.
• Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

The minimum requirement is that the individual must be at least 18 years old. HS/GED is preferred. Current and former Early Head Start and Head Start parents receive preference.

Language Skills

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents, draft routine reports, and correspondence.
• Mathematical Skills:
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, or crawl. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

USDA/CACFP Certification, Food Handlers Certification, ServSafe Managers Certification, Child CPR, and First Aid Certification.

Work Environment

• Kitchens may be hot and humid. The noise level is usually moderate

Why You'll Love It Here

We are passionate about our work and the incredible children and families we have the privilege to support. We have been dedicated to Community and Family Engagement since 1975, have been operating Head Start Programs since 1991, and have experience managing programs in challenging, isolated, and underserved areas. Our curricula and programs are rooted in science, and we are committed to the professional growth of minority communities. Plus, our team includes bilingual and bicultural staff to ensure inclusive and culturally sensitive care.

$13.34 - $17.53