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.
Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with CACFP requirements, Head Start Performance Standards, licensing regulations, and food safety guidelines. Maintain a clean and safe food service environment while supporting the nutritional needs of children and program operations. Why Work for GLCAP? When you work for Great Lakes Community Action Partnership (GLCAP), you are part of a non-profit organization that helps individuals, families, and communities thrive. We are driven by integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and adaptability—the values that fuel our passion for making a difference in the lives of the people we serve. If you are looking for meaningful work where you make an impact every day, you will find it here at GLCAP.
Benefits and Perks:
Work-Life Balance:
34-hour full-time workweek with three-day weekends
Health Coverage:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance available from day one
Retirement:
403(b) plan with 4% employer match plus a 3% employer contribution
Paid Time Off:
Generous personal time and sick leave
Paid Holidays:
12 holidays per year (paid if scheduled)
Health Savings:
Health Savings and Flexible Savings Accounts with employer contributions
Income Protection:
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Employee Support:
Employee Assistance Program and wellness incentives
Professional Development:
Education assistance and training opportunities
Education:
High school diploma or GED. Must obtain Ohio Department of Health ServSafe certification within three months of hire.
Experience:
At least one year of experience in food service and volume meal preparation using basic cooking skills and reading and following a recipe.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Implement the menu in accordance with policies, procedures, and established practices, purchasing requirements, Head Start Performance Standards, and guidelines established by CACFP. In accordance with established guidelines and procedures, purchase food and supplies needed for center-based meals and snacks, home-based socializations, and classroom cooking projects. Prepare, organize and set up food for meals and snacks in accordance with family meal style service. Use information about children's allergies, food preferences, and special diet recommendations appropriately for food preparation. Clean and maintain kitchen, food service utensils, equipment, and food storage areas to standards mandated by Ohio Department of Health, licensing requirements, Head Start Performance Standards, and best practices with regards to food safety and sanitation. Set up foods for children's cooking projects in the classroom. Maintain required CACFP paperwork; compile, prepare, and submit monthly reports and documentation on time. Post and maintain all required CACFP public notices. Refer child nutrition concerns to the Nutrition Specialist. Communicate and work effectively with other staff members. Train potential substitutes in CACFP paperwork and in all other aspects of the cooks roles and responsibilities. Other duties and responsibilities as directed by supervisor.
Additional Requirements:
Initial and periodic Motor Vehicle Records checks, maintain a valid driver's license, and maintain a safe driving record. Must have insured, dependable transportation available for daily use. Initial and periodic physical exams required. Must submit to initial and/or periodic state and/or federal criminal checks. Must submit to initial and periodic drug and alcohol testing. Join us in Helping Communities Thrive, One Neighbor at a Time .
