Head Start Cook - Derry, NH

Acquire4Hire; Derry (NH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking a Head Start Cook for their child care center in Derry, NH. This entry-level, full-time role involves preparing meals and ensuring kitchen cleanliness, while providing an opportunity to work with children. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance

Retirement plan with 10% employer contribution

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Staff wellness program

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months to 2 years of food service experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks for the center.
• Order and store food within budget guidelines.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness according to health regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cooking procedures knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Base pay range

$13.18/hr - $16.57/hr

Summary

The cook is responsible for the daily operations of the food service activities of the child care center to which they are assigned.

This is a fully benefited school year position and is 30 hours per week/40 weeks per year.

Anticipated start date August 30, 2021.

Visit our website at www.snhs.org for more locations and opportunities.

SNHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Duties

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks for assigned centers.
• Adhere to menus and adapt menus for special dietary requirements.
• Order and store food and supplies within budget guidelines.
• Shop at grocery stores and pick up food from surplus delivery sites as needed.
• Wash and care for dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness according to health and sanitation regulations.
• Keep records of food purchases, supplies, and menu production.

Requirements

Minimum of high school diploma or GED, coursework or experience in food preparation, budgeting, and purchasing; 6 months to 2 years of food service experience; knowledge of cooking procedures; organizational skills; ability to work independently; record-keeping skills; physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds; reliable transportation with valid NH driver’s license and proof of insurance; ability to relate well to children and parents.

Nice To Haves

• Serve Safe Certification
• Organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Sense of humor

Benefits

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Retirement plan with 10% employer contribution after 1 year
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff wellness program

Additional Information

This is an entry-level, full-time position in Management and Manufacturing industries.

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