Cook for Head Start

cmcaus; Garden City (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Central Missouri Community Action (CMCA) in Fulton, MO is hiring a Cook for our Head Start center. You will purchase food and prepare meals following the Head Start menu, contributing to healthy meals for children and a supportive team.

We offer $15.10 per hour plus benefits, generous paid time off, 10 holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, a retirement plan, and growth opportunities. This position features a 4-day work week (Tue–Fri).

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking for a group or commercial setting preferred.
• Ability to follow Head Start menu guidelines and safety standards.
• Strong reliability and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing food for meals.
• Preparing meals according to the Head Start menu.

Skills

Food preparation

Purchasing

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Do you want to make a meaningful impact in your community and enjoy working with children? Central Missouri Community Action (CMCA) is hiring a Cook for our Head Start center in Fulton, MO. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, paid time off, and a 4-day work week -that's right, just Tuesday through Friday!

Position Highlights:

• Pay: $15.10 per hour + benefits
• Duties: Purchasing food and preparing meals following the Head Start menu.

Job Requirements:

• Prefer one year of experience preparing food in a commercial setting
• Prefer High School Diploma or GED required

Benefits:

• Generous paid time off, including 10 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, life and vision insurance
• Retirement Plan
• 4-day work week (Tuesday - Friday)
• Paid 2 week winter break
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development opportunities
• CMCA swag and spirit!

CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964. Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. The actions of our organization change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

We have over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties. As a member of our team, employees are given the opportunity to make a positive difference in the communities we serve every day. To show our appreciation for all the hard work that they do, we offer our employees competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities to help them build rewarding and successful careers.

EOE. Please visit www.cmca.us/careers for more information about Community Action and the Head Start Program.

Location: 65240