Preschool Cook

Chicanos Por La Causa; Deming (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days

Medical, Dental, Vision for dependents

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Recognition Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa's HELPNM Rainbow Center in Deming, NM is hiring a Food Preparation team member for full-time days. You will implement the Center’s food services, including meal preparation and serving, receiving and storing food and supplies, kitchen sanitation, and keeping records and inventory.

You will ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing food services, including USDA guidelines, and support readiness by promoting healthy school readiness in children

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of cooking experience preferred.
• High School Diploma/GED preferred or be willing to obtain with 6 months of hire.
• Valid Driver’s license and current Auto Insurance.
• TB test or Chest X-ray.
• First Aid/CPR Certified or must obtain within first 6 months of employment.
• Applicants must obtain Food Handlers card upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Center’s food services, including meal preparation and serving, receiving and storing food and supplies, kitchen sanitation, and maintain general records and inventory.
• Ensure the Center is in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to Food Services, including USDA guidelines.
• Promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success.

Skills

Cooking experience

Driver's license & auto insurance

First Aid/CPR

Food Handlers card

TB test/Chest X-ray

Education

HS Diploma/GED preferred

Job description

HELP New Mexico · Food Preparation - Rainbow Center

Deming , NM

PR - Professional

Regular - Full Time (FT) , Days , Monday-Friday

Posted 08/18/2026

Minimum Salary: $ 15.84

Maximum Salary: $ 16.16

The secret ingredient is YOU! Join the team that feeds growing minds!

Help New Mexico (HELPNM) was created in 1965 by the interdenominational New Mexico Council of Churches to support education in their community. Today, their legacy and impact carry on through HELPNM’s work as a fully-owned subsidiary of CPLC. The Office of Learning and Academic Opportunity (OLAO) provides services to children and families from birth to eight years of age. Our priority is to provide general services related to families in the areas of education, health and social/behavioral development. OLAO also provides an intentional, coordinated approach to strengthening the family unit and combines programming for children and adults in order to build strong and stable families.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT IN THIS ROLE?

• You willimplementthe Center’s food services, including meal preparation and servicing, receiving and storing food and supplies, kitchen sanitation, and maintain general records and inventory.
• You willensurethe Center is in compliance with all appropriate local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to the Food Services component, including USDA guidelines.
• You will promoteschool readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success, as it relates to this position.
• You wil actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments.
• You will maintainall health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitates health practices to keep children safe in outdoor and indoor environments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Education/Background

• Education & Years of Experience
  • High School Diploma/GED preferred or be willing to obtain with 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 6 months of cooking experience preferred
• Valid Driver’s license and current Auto Insurance
• TB test or Chest X-ray
• First Aid/CPR Certified or must obtain within first 6 months of employment
• Applicants must obtain Food Handlers card upon hire

BENEFITS

Werecognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.Check out our benefits for FULLTIME employees below:

• Generous Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Recognition Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection & Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Actwebpage.