Head Start Cooks (Continuous Recruitment)

University of Wisconsin Colleges; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 23,928 - 24,562; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin Colleges is seeking Head Start Cooks for its Oshkosh program, aimed at low-income families. This role involves food preparation, kitchen maintenance, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.

Applicants must have a high school diploma and effective communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary between $17.37 and $17.83 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to take written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities.
• Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Adheres to food safety regulations.
• Greets customers and provides information.

Skills

Effective communication

Food safety regulations knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Head Start Cooks (Continuous Recruitment)Applyremote type: Onsitelocations: Oshkosh, WI: Appleton, WI: Menasha, WI: Shawano, WI: Seymour, WIposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR10012647## ***Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.***## **Position Title:**Head Start Cooks (Continuous Recruitment)## **Job Category:**University Staff## **Employment Type:**Regular## **Job Profile:**Cook## **Job Duties:**Head Start Cooks will work within the UW Oshkosh Head Start program, which is a federally funded, preschool program for low-income families.Head Start employees have the opportunity to work with 384 children and their families every school year. We have seven centers in five different cities throughout Winnebago, Calumet, Outagamie, and Shawano Counties.Staff wellness is prioritized through available individual/group reflective practice, Practice Based Coaching, and wellness initiatives.## **Key Job Responsibilities:*** Performs routine and non-routine food preparation activities including cook to order and specialty foods* Cleans, inspects, and maintains kitchen equipment and work areas* Adheres to federal, state, campus, and local food safety regulations, policies, and procedures* Greets customers, answers questions, and provides information regarding food preparation and associated activities## **Department:**Head Start## **Compensation:**$17.37 - $17.83## **Required Qualifications:*** High School Diploma or equivalent* Ability to take written and verbal communication## **How to Apply:**To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: http://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW\_Comprehensives?Institution=5adf054562b610142325cb73e24d0000**Required application materials**:Resume\**Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history.**All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.*Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.## **Contact Information:**For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply: Contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 920-424-1166.## **Legal Notices:****Reasonable Accommodations**UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [e-mail] or 920-424-1166. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability. **Confidentiality of Applicant Materials** UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. **CBC & Reference Check Policy** All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. **Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)**For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/, or call UWO Police Department, at [phone] for a paper copy.**UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer** Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.