Substitute Cook - Head Start

OCO; New York; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

OCO is seeking a Substitute Food Service Worker to prepare and cook meals for children in the Head Start program across various locations. Ideal candidates should possess a background in food service, be familiar with nutrition, and have a High School Diploma or GED. The position requires the ability to work well with children and maintain good hygiene.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid leave

403B Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Background in food service is preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver's License with a good driving record.
• Access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for children attending classes.
• Clean up after meals and snacks.

Skills

Knowledge of proper nutrition

Ability to stand for long periods

Good hygiene practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Head Start - Williamstown
Will Britton Community Center - Head Start
2910 A County Route 17 North
Willamstown, NY 13493, USA

Head Start - Williamstown
Will Britton Community Center - Head Start
2910 A County Route 17 North
Willamstown, NY 13493, USA

Head Start - North Shore
2363 State Route 49
Life Church
West Monroe, NY 13167, USA

Head Start - North Shore
2363 State Route 49
Life Church
West Monroe, NY 13167, USA

• Pay or shift range: $15.53 USD to $20.19 USD
  
  This is the expected pay range for this position. Final offers are based on various factors including skill set, relevant experience, qualifications, and other job-related considerations.

Description

About Oswego County Opportunities
Ranking among Oswego County's top ten largest private employers, OCO carries out its mission to inspire partnerships and provide services that empower people, support communities, and change lives through more than 50 programs serving 15,000 people each year.
OCO's Employee benefits include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available to Full-Time staff)
• Paid leave (sick leave, PTO, holidays, etc.)
• 403B Deferred Annuity Retirement Plan
• Term Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary:

OCO's Head Start provides a quality prekindergarten program for three and four year old children. This Substitute position prepares and cooks food on an "as needed" basis for the children attending classes in our centers located in Phoenix, Fulton, Oswego, Cleveland, and Williamstown.

DUTIES:

• Prepare food
• Clean up of meals and snacks

REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of elements of proper nutrition; portion control; and economical food purchasing
• Abilityto stand for long periods of time and lift heavy itemsregularly
• Must relate well with pre-school children, staff, and parents and practice good hygiene
• Must be vaccinated for COVID-19 per Head Start mandate or qualify for an exemption waiver.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Background in food service is preferred
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid NYS Driver's License with a good driving record and access to a reliable vehicle

Schedule/Sites Varies as Needed

Grade 11

Oswego County Opportunities, Inc.provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,creed,color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status,marital status,sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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