Cook II- Substitute/Float

Reach DANE; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nutrition Services Provider II to enhance nutritional standards for young children. This role involves creating nutritious meals, ensuring compliance with food service guidelines, and promoting a healthy environment across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and families, alongside a commitment to cultural sensitivity. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the community while supporting the growth and development of children. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to providing a supportive environment for all employees.

Benefits

Company Paid Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; must be at least 18 years old.
• Knowledge of quantity food preparation and sanitation methods is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Promote high nutritional standards and prepare meals for children aged 0-5.
• Assist in classrooms and provide school bus support as needed.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Methods

Cultural Sensitivity

Following Recipes

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Food Service Equipment

Job description

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Company paid life insurance and long term disability

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

You may be able to receive help in paying your college loans off through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program due to working for Reach Dane.

POSITION SPECIFIC DETAILS:

Hours: 40 hours a week during the school year / 20 hours a week during the summer
Status: Full Year

SUMMARY:

The Nutrition Services Provider II will promote high nutritional standards at Reach Dane. This position supports multiple sites in creating menu-specified scratch cooking recipes for children between the ages of 0-5, including breakfast, snacks, and lunch. Responsibilities include food preparation, food service, clean-up, and site sanitation. This position will follow food service and preparation guidelines based on the agency menu cycle as well as state and federal regulations.

This position will also assist in the classrooms if there are no food-related tasks and provide school bus support as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

1. High school diploma or GED preferred
2. Must be at least 18 years of age
3. Must have the ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job
4. Follow recipes, worksheets, and verbal instructions to prepare food per Head Start compliance
5. Knowledge of quantity food preparation, equipment, and sanitation methods is desirable
6. Experience working with young children and low-income families
7. Exhibit sensitivity to various cultures
8. Obtain 4 hours of continuing education annually
9. Experience with low-income and populations of diverse culture preferred
10. Float throughout the agency to different sites as assigned
11. Have a valid Wisconsin Driver's License, and adequate liability insurance as required by agency policy and state liability regulations

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.