Cook

About the role

YCCAC Head Start is hiring a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for young children in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and snacks following USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines and approved menus.
• Order, receive, inspect, and properly store food and supplies while maintaining inventory records.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen by following food safety and sanitation standards.
• Complete required documentation, including meal counts, temperature logs, menus, inventory, and food service records.
• Support family-style meal service and collaborate with classroom staff to encourage healthy eating habits.
• Participate in nutrition education activities, menu planning, and family engagement events.
• Transport meals and assist with food service for program activities and special events as needed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in food preparation is required.
• Experience in institutional, school, childcare, or nutrition services is preferred.
• Experience maintaining food sanitation standards, cleaning, and dishwashing is preferred.
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children is a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe Food Handler certification (or other required food safety certification) within the required timeframe.
• Successful completion of required background and child protective services checks.
• No active exclusion or debarment in the federal System for Award Management (SAM).
• A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance are required.

Pay

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Schedule

Full-Time, 30 hours/week, 48 weeks/year