Cook Assistant

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Holiday

Employee Recognition Program

Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days

Health Insurance & Wellness Rewards

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is seeking a Cook Aide to assist with Center-based Food Services in our Early Childhood Development programs. You will help with food preparation, service, and clean-up, ensuring USDA guidelines are followed to provide safe meals for children.

The role emphasizes active supervision of children, maintaining health and safety standards, and contributing to school readiness by supporting families and staff in a child-centered setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• One year experience assisting with food preparation, inventory, and purchasing in educational/institutional programs preferred.
• Applicant must be able to communicate effectively with children, parents, and all ECD staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the provision of center-based food services, including food preparation, service, and clean-up.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to Food Services, including USDA guidelines.
• Promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success in relation to this position.
• Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and maintain health and safety regulations.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0-3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments. Migrant Head Start program provides full-day, full-year program services to children, ages 0-5 years, of migrant and seasonal farm and agriculture working families where hand-picked and row crops are prevalent.

Position Summary

Under the direction and guidance of the Cook or Center Service Manager, the Cook Aide is responsible for assisting with the provision of Early Childhood Development (ECD) center-based food services including, but not limited to, food preparation, service, and clean-up activities. Ensures the center follows all appropriate local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to the Food Services component, including USDA guidelines. Promoting school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success as it relates to this position. Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments. Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school bus, outdoor and indoor environments.

Minimum Qualifications And Competencies

Education /Background:

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• One year experience assisting with food preparation, inventory, and purchasing in educational/institutional programs preferred.

Other requirements:

• Applicant must be able to communicate effectively with children, parents, and all ECD staff.

We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.

Full-time employee’s benefits below:

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection & Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.