Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership
Location
Sioux Falls, SD | United States
Job description
Join Our Team: Head Start Pre-Birth to Five Nutrition Cook
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Reports To: Head Start Pre-Birth to Five Health Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Grade: 2
Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership, Inc. is dedicated to enhancing the lives of children and families in South Dakota. We are currently seeking a dedicated Nutrition Cook for our Head Start Pre-Birth to Five program. This vital role involves preparing nutritious meals for children and teachers, ensuring adherence to state and federal nutritional standards, and fostering a safe and welcoming dining environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, cook, and serve daily meals in accordance with the nutritional standards and approved recipes.
- Ensure compliance with Childcare Licensing and the Child and Adult Care Food Program regulations.
- Maintain kitchen equipment and utensils, ensuring cleanliness and safety at all times.
- Keep accurate records of meals served and food inventory for compliance with State and Federal agencies.
- Order food supplies and manage inventory efficiently.
- Foster positive eating environments, assist children with meal portions, and ensure special dietary needs are met.
- Engage with children during meal times to encourage a positive dining experience.
- Maintain strict sanitation practices, performing daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning duties.
- Participate in team meetings, training, and seminars to stay informed and contribute to program excellence.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Preferably an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Food Service, Dietetics, or Home Economics.
- At least one year of related experience in community nutrition or supervisory food services.
- Certification in School Food Service & ServSafe is highly desirable.
- Strong ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to varied situations.
- Valid South Dakota Driver's License.
Skills and Abilities:
- Passion for working with young children and the ability to create a nurturing, safe, and healthy mealtime environment.
- Proficient in basic math for accurate measurement of ingredients and portion control.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Why Join Us? By joining our team, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the developmental needs of children in our Head Start Program. We offer a supportive work environment where your contributions will directly impact the health and well-being of the children and families we serve. This is an opportunity to be part of a team that values education, nutrition, and community.
Application Process: If you are passionate about child nutrition and want to make a difference in the lives of young learners, please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your qualifications and interest in the role to the Head Start Pre-Birth to Five Health Manager.
Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- Grade 2
- Non-Exempt
- $13.44 - $19.67 per hour based on education and experience
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$13.44 - $19.67 per hour