Head Start Cook — Full-Time, Benefit-Packed Kitchen

Southern Seven Health Department; Metropolis (IL); On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Cafeteria plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Southern Seven Health Department in Metropolis, Illinois is seeking a Head Start Cook to prepare meals for children enrolled in the Head Start program, ensuring CACFP compliance, nutrition, flavor, and color variety.

This full-time, 10-month position offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, personal and sick time accrual, holidays, health and life insurance, and an employer-sponsored cafeteria plan.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for children in Head Start program meeting CACFP requirements.
• Submit requisitions for food and supplies by due date.
• Accept local supplies and maintain inventory records.
• Maintain clean, sanitary kitchen per regulations.
• Develop partnerships with parents/caregivers and participate in staff activities.

Skills

High School diploma

Food Safety Certification

18+ years

Education

High School diploma or GED

Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification

Job description

Southern Seven Health Department in Metropolis, Illinois is seeking a Head Start Cook to prepare meals for children enrolled in the Head Start program, ensuring CACFP compliance, nutrition, flavor, and color variety.

This full-time, 10-month position offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, personal and sick time accrual, holidays, health and life insurance, and an employer-sponsored cafeteria plan.