Head Start Cook: Nutritious Meals for Kids

Family Guidance Center; Tallassee (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Guidance Center invites applications for a Cook at the Tallassee Head Start kitchen. The role focuses on preparing nutritious, USDA‑approved meals for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, while keeping the kitchen clean and compliant with health standards.

You will monitor inventory, document food service records, and collaborate with staff to support family‑style dining and culturally diverse menus. Local travel and valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; ServSafe certification or within 3 months.
• Experience in purchasing and preparing culturally diverse foods for groups.
• Travel up to 10% for meetings; valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare USDA‑approved meals in line with Head Start guidelines.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation and accurate food service records.
• Conduct weekly inventory and place food orders.
• Assist in delivering meals to classrooms and supervise family-style dining.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Cultural sensitivity

Computer literacy

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification or eligible within 3 months

Tools

MS Office

Data systems / internet navigation

Job description

Family Guidance Center invites applications for a Cook at the Tallassee Head Start kitchen. The role focuses on preparing nutritious, USDA‑approved meals for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, while keeping the kitchen clean and compliant with health standards.

You will monitor inventory, document food service records, and collaborate with staff to support family‑style dining and culturally diverse menus. Local travel and valid driver's license are required.