Cook - Nutrition Service Provider II

DePINC; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement with Employer Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Reach Dane is seeking a Nutrition Service Provider II in Madison, WI., to promote high nutritional standards for children ages 0-5. You will create recipes, prepare meals, and manage food service operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining sanitation.

This full-time role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in early childhood education while enjoying a balanced work schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in food preparation.
• Ability to read, write, and follow directions.
• Strong math skills for recipe scaling.

Responsibilities

• Create menu-specified scratch cooking recipes for children ages 0-5.
• Prepare nutritious breakfast, snacks, and lunch daily.
• Manage all aspects of food preparation and clean-up.

Skills

Recipe scaling

Food preparation

Sanitation methods

Microsoft Office

Bilingual (Spanish or Hmong)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

QUICK FACTS

Location: Northport 1740 Northport Drive Madison, WI.
Pay: $16.81/hour
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Part Year*

*Part Year includes built-in summer break, 2 weeks winter break, and spring break

WHAT WE OFFER

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match (after 2 years)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer

Work-Life Excellence & Professional Growth

• School calendar schedule with built-in seasonal breaks
• Independent work environment supporting a single site
• Culturally diverse menu preparation experience
• Comprehensive professional development: ongoing coaching, paid continuing education, and credential support
• Career advancement pathways with organizational training support

QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL NEED

• Age: Minimum 18 years old
• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in food preparation
• Core Skills:
  • Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions
  • Strong math skills for recipe scaling and portioning
  • Knowledge of quantity food preparation, equipment, and sanitation methods
• Technical Competencies: Working knowledge of personal computers, Windows, and Microsoft Office
• Specialized Experience:
  • Purchasing and preparing culturally diverse foods for groups
  • Following recipes, worksheets, and verbal instructions for Head Start compliance
• Professional Competencies: Professional demeanor, ability to work effectively with low-income children and families
• Language: Bilingual in Spanish or Hmong helpful

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Nutrition Service Provider II, you'll promote high nutritional standards by:

• Creating menu-specified scratch cooking recipes for children ages 0-5
• Preparing nutritious breakfast, snacks, and lunch daily
• Managing all aspects of food preparation, service, and clean-up for your assigned site
• Maintaining site sanitation and following state and federal food service regulations
• Following agency menu cycles and Head Start compliance guidelines
• Scaling recipes and ensuring proper portioning for young children
• Preparing culturally diverse foods that reflect our community
• Working independently to support your site's nutritional needs
• Using computer systems for menu planning, inventory, and compliance tracking
• Building positive relationships with children, families, and staff

WHO WE ARE

At Reach Dane, we’re reimagining early childhood education as a powerful tool for social transformation. Our commitment to equity and inclusion includes:

• Actively dismantling systemic barriers in early childhood education
• Celebrating cultural diversity through inclusive, representative menu planning
• Recognizing nutrition as fundamental to children’s learning and development
• Supporting families through comprehensive, culturally responsive programming

JOIN OUR MISSION

Make a meaningful difference by providing the nutritional foundation that supports children's growth, development, and learning while enjoying a schedule that promotes work-life balance.

Reach Dane is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation.