Cook-Food Prep/Delivery

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Play a pivotal role in closing the achievement gap for children in our community.
• Culture: Work within a supportive, mission-driven environment that values professional growth.

• Compensation/Benefits:

• Wage Scale: $12.55--$21.69 (Based on education and experience level)
• 40 hours/week; 12 months; Monday-Friday work week
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD & Life Insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Employer
• Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Program

Role Overview:

Responsible for preparing and delivering meals and snacks; maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment, including regular cleaning tasks; Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) recordkeeping; assisting with phone/security system answering; assisting with data entry and implementation of applicable regulations and standards of the CACFP and Head Start Nutrition Performance Standards and Procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED
• One year of experience in food service; preferred
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite & database systems
• Valid Iowa Driver's License & ability to be insured under agency policy
• Must be cleared & allowed to work in a childcare setting by the Iowa Department of Human Services
• Other Requirements:
  • Knowledge of basic household measurements with the ability to perform simple math conversions and calculations of measurements (with tools (calculator and charts).
  • Must be able to read and follow applicable Head Start and CACFP guidelines and recipes, and complete reports as directed.
    
  • See physical demands in the attached job description.