Head Cook - Gordon

Northwest Community Action Partnership; Nebraska; On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement contribution matching

Paid snow days / weather closures

Sick, vacation, and holiday leave

Smart watch reimbursement

Job summary

The Northwest Community Action Partnership Head Start center in Gordon, NE is hiring a Head Start Cook to plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks for young children. You will work in a commercial kitchen, ensuring CACFP guidelines are met and meals are served safely and on time.

This full-time position (40 hours/week, part year) requires at least a high school diploma and two years of kitchen experience; benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, retirement matching, and paid weather

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary degree or certification preferred.
• Minimum of two years in a commercial kitchen, preferably in childcare or school setting.
• Knowledge of CACFP guidelines and ability to plan meals meeting these guidelines.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation; maintain a clean, organized kitchen.
• Work independently and as part of a team; strong communication and time management.
• Must pass background checks and be 21+ with a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children per CACFP guidelines.
• Ensure meals are served on time and in a safe, hygienic manner.
• Maintain menus, inventory, and food orders records.
• Collaborate with staff to meet dietary needs and allergies.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and comply with health regulations.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Independent worker

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree or certification preferred

Tools

CACFP knowledge

Kitchen sanitation

Job description

Our Head Start preschool center in Gordon is seeking a skilled and passionate cook to join our team. The Head Start Cook will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children enrolled in our program. The Head Start Cook will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children enrolled in our program.

Position: Head Cook - Gordon

Full Time, Part Year: 40 Hours per week - below .75 FTE (open until filled)

Job Summary:

Our Head Start preschool center in Gordon is seeking a skilled and passionate cook to join our team. The Head Start Cook will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children enrolled in our program. The successful candidate will have experience working in a commercial kitchen, a passion for cooking, and a commitment to providing high-quality meals that meet the nutritional needs of young children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines
• Ensure that meals and snacks are served on time and in a safe and hygienic manner
• Maintain accurate records of menus, inventory, and food orders
• Collaborate with program staff to meet the dietary needs of children with special dietary requirements or food allergies
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, and comply with all health and safety regulations
• Attend staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities as required
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary degree or certification preferred
• Minimum of two years of experience working in a commercial kitchen, preferably in a childcare or school setting
• Knowledge of USDA CACFP guidelines and ability to plan and prepare meals that meet these guidelines
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices and ability to maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
• Must pass required background checks
• Must be 21 years of age and have a valid driver's license

Pay and Benefits:

Starting hourly wage is$15.70 - $16.66, depending upon education qualifications and experience.

Generous sick, vacation and contagious illness leave along with and holiday and snow day pay.

Major Medical, Dental, Vision & Flexible Spending Account benefits available along with retirement contribution matching.

Paid snow days (or other weather/natural disaster related closures

Smart watch reimbursement plan

Position is 100% federally funded through the Department of Health and Human Services. NCAP is an “At Will” employer, subject to Veterans Preference and participates in E-Verify.

Helping and Volunteering

NCAP relies on community supporters to achieve our mission. By giving, you are helping low income families and individuals to improve the quality of their lives and attain self-sufficiency.