Lead Cook

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Wright Head Start - Tucson, AZ 85712Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma or GEDSalary Range: $16.22 - $16.22 HourlyTravel Percentage: In TownJob Shift: Day (M-F) Approx 7am - 3pmJob Category: EducationLocation:

Classification: Hourly, non-exempt

Pay Rate: $16.22/hour

Position Type: Full time, work is in person, M-F, approximately 7am-3pm

Supervisor:  Center Manager or Center Director

Supervises:  Cook Assistant

 

Job Summary: 

Child-Parent Centers prides itself on serving delicious and nutritious meals that our Lead Cook prepares in our Head Start center kitchen, and we are looking for an experienced and passionate Lead Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate for this position has previous experience preparing breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks using cyclical menus that support the growth and development of 100-120 enrolled preschool aged children. The Lead Cook enjoys the convenience of a semi commercial kitchen environment, yet the feeling of home with "family style" meals served in the classrooms. The Lead Cook is responsible for all aspects of food service at the center including food orders, food storage, sanitary practices, meal prep, Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) compliance, dish washing, and kitchen clean up.  This position requires effective communication and organizational skills, the ability to work in a time sensitive environment, and strong math skills to keep costs within acceptable standards. Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Lead Cook position is an experienced level position funded to work 8 hours per day Monday through Friday. If you have food service and/or food preparation experience and enjoy preparing healthy meals and introducing children to nutritional activities, please submit an application today! 

 

Benefits:


Paid Leave - 25 paid holidays, 5 days paid vacation after one year and up to 10 days each year thereafter, 8 days paid Personal leave first year, 9 days each year thereafter, up to 5 days paid Sick leave per year
Insurance benefits - dental, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Reimbursement Arrangements, Health Savings Accounts, PPO medical (3 plans), Vision, and Supplemental Life coverage for self, spouse, and child ($25,000 basic life and Accidental death and disability provided by employer)
Retirement Plan - Agency contribution after years of services and hours eligibility criteria are met. Employee 401k deferral once eligibility is met.


 

Minimum Qualifications:


Possess a High School Diploma or  GED
Must be 18 years of age.
Possess a valid Arizona driver's license and excellent driving record.
Prior experience in one or more of the following food service activities: direct responsibility for preparing nutritious meals, scheduling meals, proper food handling and storage, food inventory, food ordering, and working with the Child and Adult Care Food Program requirements
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Demonstrated proficiency using Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
Submit a current AZ Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to start date.


 

Competencies:


Accountability and Dependability
Accuracy
Safety Focus
Teamwork
Self-Management
Adaptability and Flexibility
Technology


 

Other Requirements (post hire)


Must be able to travel to and from various sites in private vehicle as needed. 
Provide proof of immunizations: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Tdap (adult Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis), and a Tuberculosis Self-Assessment.
Able to pass a company paid physical exam prior to starting work.
Able to pass a criminal background check.
Must be able to prove the right to work in the USA by providing appropriate documents to complete the Federal I-9 form.
Must possess or have the ability to possess and keep current certification in First Aid Training/CPR training including Infants and Children.
Must be able to obtain the State of Arizona Food Safety Manager Certification and Food Handlers Class within one month of employment. 


 

Desired Qualifications:


Ability to read, write, speak, and understand Spanish.
Three (3) year’s experience working with the Child and Adult Care Food Program or School Lunch Program.
Three (3) year’s experience working with Head Start.


 

Work Environment:


Indoor environment
Exposure to heat exceeding 85 degrees
Exposure to hazardous cleaning chemicals
Exposure to sharp knives and slicers.
Exposure to very hot foods, equipment and metal objects used in cooking and baking


 

Physical Requirements

Frequently


Stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling
Reaching, pulling, pushing
Climbing up step stool
Carrying/lifting heavy objects 0-25lbs
Operating appliances and small kitchen equipment
Works with commercial ga