Cook, Head Start
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring a full-time on-site Cook, Head Start in Jennings, LA, paying $15.10/hour to prepare and serve meals and snacks to children, maintain kitchen operations, and ensure food safety and compliance with regulations.
- Role
- Cook, Head Start
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Jennings, LA 70546, USA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $15.10 /hour
- Category
- Other
The role
The Cook plays a critical role in the Head Start program, preparing and serving meals and snacks to children, maintaining kitchen operations, and ensuring food safety and compliance with regulations.
What you'll do
- Prepare and serve food
- Maintain inventory
- Oversee kitchen operations
- Ensure food safety
- Implement cost-effective food service program
- Follow CACFP meal requirements
What it takes
- High school diploma, plus at least 3 years of relevant experience
- Demonstrated commitment to service to children
- Proven relevant knowledge of basic food preparation and kitchen operations
- Ability to relate sensitively with children and to work well with staff, parents and families
- Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
- Proven teamwork orientation and organizational skills
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Paid time off, health care, dental and vision coverage, life and accidental death and dismemberment benefits, parental/adoption, fertility benefits, employee rewards program, retirement savings plan, wellness programs, employee assistance program, learning and growth opportunities
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Jennings, LA 70546, USA.
What is the compensation?
The base pay for this position starts at $15.10/hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and demonstrated commitment to service to children.
How do I apply?
You can apply now by visiting the Save the Children job posting.
Is the job remote?
This is an on-site position.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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