Head Start Cook

Jackmont Hospitality Inc; Brunswick (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackmont Hospitality Inc. in Brunswick, MO, is seeking a Cook for the Richmond Head Start program to oversee overall food service, ordering, and prep, with focus on nutritious meals and nutrition education for families.

The role requires preparing meals, maintaining CACFP records, guiding volunteers, managing inventory, and assisting with menu planning and cleaning duties. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required; ServSafe certification must be completed within two

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Driver's License required.
• The Cook is responsible for the overall food service, ordering, and prepping within established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve well-balanced, nutritious meals in large quantities within menu requirements, following established recipes.
• Maintain accurate CACFP records.
• Provide guidance to food service volunteers.
• Share information with staff concerning enrolled children’s dietary needs.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and supplies.
• Conduct kitchen equipment and food inventory.
• Complete production records for each meal to ensure nutrition guidelines are met.
• Plan and conduct two food activities a month with input from the teacher.
• Plan and conduct daily nutrition education with children.
• Develop weekly grocery list and purchase items not available via vendor.

Skills

Nutrition education

CACFP records

Food service

Menu planning

Inventory management

ServSafe certification

Team player

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Do you love to cook? Are you a team player? Do you like to work with kids too? We have the job for you! The Richmond Head Start is looking for a cook!

The Cook is responsible for the overall food service, ordering, and prepping. Following established procedures and guidelines while providing educational support around nutrition.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and serve well-balanced, nutritious meals in large quantities within menu requirements, following established recipes
• Maintain accurate CACFP records
• Provide guidance to food service volunteers
• Share information with appropriate staff concerning the enrolled children’s dietary needs
• Maintain equipment and supplies used in the kitchen and dining area
• Conduct kitchen equipment and food inventory
• Complete production records for each meal to ensure an adequate amount of food is prepared to meet nutrition guidelines
• Monitor and participate in meals served and tooth brushing program
• Participate in annual menu planning
• Act as nutrition educator, providing nutrition education to families
• Participate in scheduled center staff meetings
• Maintain a clean and sanitary food prep area
• Complete and document weekly and monthly cleaning duties
• Plan and conduct two food activities a month with the input and support of the teacher
• Plan and conduct daily nutrition education with children
• Pass the ServSafe certification class within two years of hire
• Develop weekly grocery list and purchase necessary items that cannot be ordered through the vendor
• Maintain confidentiality concerning a child’s files and health needs

High School Diploma or GED required

Driver's License required

This is a 30 hour per week position.