Head Start Cook Tier III

Sacramento Employment and Training Agency (SETA); North Highlands (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento Employment and Training Agency (SETA) is seeking Head Start Cooks in California to perform food preparation, delivery, and sanitation tasks at Head Start sites under the program. The role involves preparing meals, assisting with menu planning, and maintaining clean facilities.

Under supervision, you will handle record-keeping, ensure safety compliance, and support on-site operations. The position runs 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, Monday to Friday, and requires a valid local food-handling

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of cook experience or related work with SETA as a temporary/on-call cook/driver.
• Current California Food Handlers Card or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Current ServSafe Certification is required.
• Minimum of one year of experience working as a cook.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation for meals and snacks.
• Provide food delivery to Head Start sites and manage pick-up tasks.
• Maintain clean and sanitary food preparation and service facilities.
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and storage of food and supplies.

Skills

Food prep

Delivery

Sanitation

Record keeping

Education

ServSafe Certification

California Food Handlers Card

Job description

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Salary Range: $19.79 To $25.26 Hourly

We are looking for Head Start Cooks. This is a specialized classification for positions that perform food preparation, delivery, and service assignments in the Head Start Program operated by the Sacramento Employment and Training Agency. Duties include food preparation, food delivery, sanitation, and record-keeping assignment.

Position Summary: Under general direction, this position includes food preparation, pick-up and delivery of food to various Head Start sites, assist with menu planning, maintain food preparation and service facilities in a clean and orderly condition, and perform related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Assists with ordering, inventory, and storage of food and supplies;
• Prepares food for meals and snacks;
• Maintains food service and preparation facilities in a clean and sanitary condition;
• Assists with record keeping assignments;
• Picks up and delivers food to various Head Start sites.

Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this knowledge and ability would be:

• At least one (1) year of working experience (paid or volunteer) as a cook or experience working at SETA as a Temporary/On-Call Cook/Driver.
• A current California Food Handlers Card, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• A current ServSafe Certification;
• A minimum of one year of experience working as a cook.

Special Requirements: Possession of a valid Class C Driver's License is required. A good driving record of at least three (3) years duration, as evidenced by freedom from multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents. Additionally, must be at least the age of twenty-one (21) for insurance purposes. Obtain any legally required food handling certifications.

SETA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

6:00 AM-2:30 PM Monday-Friday

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