Cook PYPD

Community-Action-Wayne__medin; Lodi Township (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day work week

Retirement plan contributions

Paid leave programs

Professional development and training

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Community Action Wayne/Medina is seeking a dependable Cook to prepare nutritious meals that support children’s health, learning, and development while maintaining a safe kitchen environment in Lodi, Ohio. The role is part-time and part-year, non-exempt, with a pay range of $16.55–$17.56 per hour.

Responsibilities include meal preparation, kitchen sanitation, safe food handling, and supporting Head Start meal services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Six months of food service experience preferred; school/childcare/kitchen experience is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and storage practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks per approved menus and standards.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen and food service area.
• Follow safe food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature monitoring procedures.
• Transport food to Head Start centers using approved containers and procedures.
• Assist with family-style meal service and cleanup; support children during meals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Cook – Part Year

Community Action Wayne/Medina (CAW/M)
Lodi, Ohio
Part-Time, Part-Year | Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $16.55–$17.56/hour

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

Good nutrition is an essential part of every child’s success. Community Action Wayne/Medina is seeking a dependable and caring Cook to prepare nutritious meals that support children’s health, learning, and development while maintaining a safe and welcoming kitchen environment.

Why Join CAW/M?

• Four-day work week
• Retirement plan with employer contributions, if eligible
• Paid leave programs, if eligible
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mission-driven work that creates meaningful impact

What You’ll Do

As a Cook, you’ll:

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks in accordance with approved menus, portion requirements, and program standards.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen and food service environment.
• Follow safe food handling practices, including proper storage, preparation, labeling, and monitoring of food temperatures.
• Transport food to assigned Head Start centers using approved containers and procedures.
• Assist with family-style meal service and cleanup and support children during mealtime as needed.
• Follow documented special dietary needs, food allergies, and substitutions accurately and consistently.
• Work with the Nutrition Manager and kitchen staff to support menu implementation, meal preparation, and effective food service operations.
• Maintain required food service documentation, including temperature, sanitation, production, and inventory records.
• Maintain required food safety training and certifications and follow applicable licensing, health department, and Head Start requirements.

What You’ll Bring to Our Team

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of food service experience preferred; experience in a school, childcare, or institutional kitchen is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and food storage practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required food safety certification.
• Valid State of Ohio driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to remain insurable under the Agency’s vehicle insurance policy.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including recipes, menus, meal patterns, and food service procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage time effectively, and meet meal service schedules.
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, including a drug screen, physical examination, background check, and motor vehicle record (MVR) check.

Our Commitment

Community Action Wayne/Medina is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.