Cook

Cook

YCCAC Head Start is hiring a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for young children in a supportive, mission-driven environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys cooking with purpose and wants a stable weekday schedule.

As the Cook, you will be responsible for the daily operation of the center's food service program, including:

• 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

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in food preparation required.
• Experience in institutional, school, childcare, or nutrition services preferred.
• Experience maintaining food sanitation standards, cleaning, and dishwashing 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).
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.

EOE – YCCAC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.