Cook

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Desert Vista Early Learning Center - Tucson, AZ 85709Position Type: 40 hours/week - year roundEducation Level: High School Diploma or GEDSalary Range: $15.45 - $15.45 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: Day (M-F) Approx 7am - 3pmJob Category: Restaurant - Food ServiceLevel: Entry 

Position Type: full time, 40 hours/week, full year

Salary Grade: G-02

Travel %: In Town 

Job Shift: Day (M-F), approximately 7:00am – 3:00pm, work is in-person, may require working some evenings and weekends.  

  

Location: Bonita, Coronado, Desert Vista, Nogales, Roberts, Santa Rosa, Sunnyside

Classification:  Hourly, Non-Exempt  

Supervisor:       Center Manager or Center Director (Site Supervisor)

Supervises:       None 

  

Job Summary: 

Child-Parent Centers provides delicious and nutritious meals that our Cook prepares in our Head Start center kitchen, and we are looking for an experienced and passionate 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 preschool aged children. The Cook enjoys the convenience of a semi-commercial kitchen environment, yet the feeling of home with "family style" meals served in the classrooms. The 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 Cook position is an entry-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 - 26 paid holidays, 5 days paid Annual Leave after one year and up to 13 days each year thereafter, 5 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). Supplemental Insurances (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident). Pet Insurance.




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. 





Submit a current AZ Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to start date.


Able to pass a company paid physical exam prior to starting work.

Able to pass a DES Centralized Background Check prior to starting work.


 

Competencies: 



Accountability and Dependability 





Accuracy 





Valuing Diversity 





Safety Focus 





Teamwork 





Self-Management 





Adaptability and Flexibility 





Technology 



 

Other Requirements (post hire):



Must be able to travel to and from various sites as needed.  





Provide proof of immunizations: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Tdap (adult Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis), and a clear Tuberculosis self assessment. 


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) years’ experience working with the Child and Adult Care Food Program or School Lunch Program. 





Three (3) years’ experience working