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East Missouri Action Agency, Inc.
Cook Aide
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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$32,426 / year median in Missouri
-2% projected decline
Job Description
East Missouri Action Agency has an opening for a Cook Aide in Head Start . This position assists the Cook in ensuring that USDA guidelines and Head Start nutrition guidelines are met. Cook Aides are responsible for assisting other staff and maintaining a clean, safe and healthy center environment for the children. This position will assist in planning and preparing meals as well keeping the kitchen, dishes, dining area and bathrooms clean. Applicants must be 18 or older. Candidates should have enough training and experience in food preparation and nutrition to demonstrate the capability to operate a kitchen and manage food serving operations for a center the size to which they're assigned. Must be able to stand, walk and stoop for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift 35 pounds easily and be able to work around loud noise. Must receive and pass an annual physical and TB test and have had the Hepatitis A shot. Good attendance is required. The starting pay for this position is $15.00/hour with an excellent benefit package that includes the following: Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Options (after 60 days) $25,000 of Employer Paid Life Insurance (after 60 days) Voluntary Life Insurance Options 403(b) Retirement Employee Contribution Option 403(b) Retirement Employer Contribution (after 1 year) Paid Holidays Paid Vacation & Sick Leave Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Insurance Options through Globe Life Summer and Christmas Break Interested applicants can apply online at https://eastmoaa.org/careers/. Employment is contingent upon passing a background check. EMAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify.