Cook, Head Start
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring an in-office Cook in Eunice, LA, starting at $15/hour to manage kitchen operations and prepare nutritious meals for the Head Start program.
- Role
- Cook, Head Start
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Eunice, LA 70535, USA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $15/hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Cook at Save the Children is responsible for managing daily kitchen operations to provide nutritious meals to children in the Head Start/Early Head Start program. This role involves food preparation, inventory control, and strict adherence to USDA/CACFP standards and health safety codes. The position requires maintaining accurate records and ensuring that all dietary needs and special accommodations for children are met with professionalism.
What you'll do
- Prepare and serve meals in accordance with USDA/CACFP standards.
- Manage kitchen inventory, food storage, and sanitation compliance.
- Maintain accurate records of meals served and special dietary needs.
- Safely operate and clean all institutional kitchen equipment.
- Coordinate food delivery to classrooms and maintain clean storage areas.
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant food service experience.
- Knowledge of food safety requirements and kitchen operations.
- Ability to work sensitively with children and families.
- Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Includes 10 days winter break, 5 days spring break, 11 paid holidays, competitive health/dental/vision coverage, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, retirement savings plan with employer contributions, parental/adoption/fertility benefits, and tuition assistance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an on-site, in-office position based in Eunice, LA.
What is the starting compensation for this role?
The base pay for this position starts at $15 per hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Applicants must have a high school diploma, at least three years of relevant kitchen experience, and a demonstrated commitment to serving children.
How do I apply for this position?
You can apply by clicking the 'Apply now' button on the job posting page; if you require disability-related accommodation, you may contact [email protected].
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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