Cook - Nutrition Service Provider II Float

Qualifications

• Age: Minimum 18 years old
• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in food preparation
• Core Skills:
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions
• Strong math skills for recipe scaling and portioning
• Knowledge of quantity food preparation, equipment, and sanitation methods
• Technical Competencies: Working knowledge of personal computers, Windows, and Microsoft Office
• Specialized Experience:
• Purchasing and preparing culturally diverse foods for groups
• Following recipes, worksheets, and verbal instructions for Head Start compliance
• Professional Competencies: Professional demeanor, ability to work effectively with low-income children and families
• Language: Bilingual in Spanish or Hmong helpful

What You'll Do

• Create menu-specified scratch cooking recipes for children ages 0-5
• Prepare nutritious breakfast, snacks, and lunch daily
• Manage all aspects of food preparation, service, and clean-up for your assigned site
• Maintain site sanitation and follow state and federal food service regulations
• Scale recipes and ensure proper portioning for young children
• Prepare culturally diverse foods that reflect our community
• Work independently to support your site's nutritional needs
• Use computer systems for menu planning, inventory, and compliance tracking
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff

Who We Are

We're reimagining early childhood education as a powerful tool for social transformation. Our commitment to equity and inclusion includes:

• Actively dismantling systemic barriers in early childhood education
• Celebrating cultural diversity through inclusive, representative menu planning
• Recognizing nutrition as fundamental to children's learning and development
• Supporting families through comprehensive, culturally responsive programming

Join Our Mission

Make a meaningful difference by providing the nutritional foundation that supports children's growth, development, and learning while enjoying a schedule that promotes work-life balance.

Reach Dane is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation.