Head Start Cook

missourivalleycommunityactionagency; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond Head Start is seeking a cook to manage the kitchen, prepare nutritious meals, and support nutrition education for families. The role involves supervising volunteers, maintaining CACFP records, and coordinating with staff on children’s dietary needs.

A valid driver's license is required and ServSafe certification should be obtained within two years of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Driver's License required.
• 40 hours per week position.
• Pass ServSafe certification within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals in large quantities following recipes.
• Maintain CACFP records and documentation.
• Provide guidance to food service volunteers.
• Communicate children's dietary needs to staff.
• Maintain kitchen and dining area equipment and supplies.
• Complete production records for meals to meet nutrition guidelines.
• Plan monthly menu and weekly grocery lists.
• Deliver nutrition education to families and participate in staff meetings.

Skills

Food service

Nutrition education

CACFP records

Volunteer supervision

Menu planning

Food safety

Inventory management

Communication with staff

Child nutrition needs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe certification

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 40 hour per week position.