What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Cook at Mesa View Head Start position at Durango 4C Council (Tri-County Head Start)?
Lead Cook at Mesa View Head Start
Join our dynamic organization. We are passionate about our impact on the families, children, and the communities we serve.
A career at Tri-County Head Start offers training and advancement, community impact, and work-life balance. Eligible employee benefits include;
- Paid professional development
- Generous leave package including paid sick and personal time, vacation eligible in the second year of employment
- Over four weeks of paid breaks and holidays: Thanksgiving, winter, and spring breaks, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, July 4, and Labor Day
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee contribution to a 403(b) retirement savings account
- Employee Assistance Program with free counseling, wellness, and legal sessions
Lead Cook: This position is full-time, full-year, working 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday. The hourly wage range is $16.88 to $17.74, depending on education and experience.
This position will be responsible for the following:
- Know and follow the requirements of the Child/Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) documentation.
- Order and purchase food weekly and related supplies as needed to comply with CACFP requirements.
- Prepare age-appropriate, attractive meals in quantities according to the menu plan and the number of persons to be served.
- Deliver meals to eating areas promptly according to an annual agreement with CACFP.
- Maintain a safe work environment and consistently practice all Health and Safety procedures.
- Complete Kitchen Health and Safety paperwork in ChildPlus, including temperature logs, equipment calibration, and cleaning tasks.
- Support regular kitchen inspections performed by the Health and Safety Manager, both announced and unannounced.
- Support family-style preparation, serving, and dining.
- Provide support in the classrooms when needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements: High School/GED and Food Handler’s certification. Must have a minimum of 1 year experience. Experience in food storage and purchasing and sanitation preferred. Formal education in nutrition and health is preferred. Complete and maintain Food Handlers certification. Food Handlers must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Apply online at tchs4c.org/careers/
Durango 4C Council/Tri-County Head Start is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $17 - $18
