Nutritious Meals Cook for Kids (CACFP Expert)

Latino Community Development Agency; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Latino Community Development Agency in Oklahoma City, OK 73109, seeks a Full-Time Child Care Head Start Cook to prepare nutritious meals per CACFP. The role requires maintaining a sanitary kitchen, accurate CACFP paperwork, and collaboration with staff for dietary needs.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, CACFP experience, and strong record-keeping. Preference for bilingual English/Spanish; background checks and health screenings are expected.

Qualifications

• Experience with CACFP paperwork and meal pattern requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe handling procedures.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve meals and snacks for children per CACFP guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen environment at all times.
• Order, receive, and store food and supplies per safety standards.
• Complete CACFP paperwork, daily production records, menus, and attendance.
• Monitor portions and meal components to meet CACFP requirements.
• Coordinate with staff on dietary needs and allergies.
• Follow safe food handling and storage procedures.
• Support inspections and ensure compliance with health standards.
• Maintain inventory and notify supervisor of needs.
• Attend trainings and meetings as assigned.

Skills

CACFP experience

Food safety

Meal planning

Record-keeping

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Latino Community Development Agency in Oklahoma City, OK 73109, seeks a Full-Time Child Care Head Start Cook to prepare nutritious meals per CACFP. The role requires maintaining a sanitary kitchen, accurate CACFP paperwork, and collaboration with staff for dietary needs.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, CACFP experience, and strong record-keeping. Preference for bilingual English/Spanish; background checks and health screenings are expected.