Head Start Cook

Jackmont Hospitality Inc; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Richmond Head Start is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children, assist with ordering, and provide nutrition education to families. This on-site role supports dietary needs and meal planning within the center.

The successful candidate will join a team committed to healthy, balanced meals and a supportive learning environment. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and ServSafe certification within two years of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must pass ServSafe certification within two years of hire.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience cooking in large quantities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals in large quantities per menu.
• Maintain CACFP records.
• Supervise food service volunteers.
• Communicate dietary needs to staff.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean and sanitized.
• Plan and participate in menu planning.
• Provide nutrition education to families.
• Complete weekly and monthly cleaning duties.
• Develop weekly grocery lists and purchase items.
• Keep confidentiality of children's files and health needs.

Skills

Nutrition education

Food service management

Record keeping

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 40 hour per week position.