Closing Date: until filled
Position: Cook
Location: Vernal
Start Date : August 12th Cook: As our new Cook , your dedication to promoting child wellness through effective nutrition services will make a significant impact with our Head Start children. You never compromise on quality, and will consistently ensure compliance with all applicable guidelines. Your methodical and detail-oriented approach will be essential in not only preparing and serving meals, but also maintaining inventory and keeping accurate records. Join us at Rural Utah Child Development as our Cook , where your focus on consistent and error-free work will ensure that every meal served contributes to the well-being of the children in our care.
What you'll need to be our Cook: Accommodating and analytical, while producing highly precise and accurate work Consistent and methodical with repetitive routine and established procedures Self-disciplined and approachable with a preference for detailed, skill-based work Current Food Handler's Permit and pass the Food Safety Manager Certification within twelve months of hire. Ideally, you have previous experience in the food and/or nutrition industry. Why you'll love working with us: full-time, 40hr workweek, seasonal, eligible for unemployment in the summer months Starting wage at $16.14 hour (additional education will be considered in final pay rate) Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance are offered; Employee Assistant program also provided 401K Paid holidays and vacation time What you'll do as the Cook: Create and maintain an inventory of food and non-food items at the beginning and end of each school year, and at other times as necessary.
Track budget for all food and non-food items, as well as keep complete and accurate records of all purchases by following our purchasing procedures.
Ensure the kitchen is clean and sanitary.
Assist teaching staff in integrating nutrition education into the curriculum.
Create and maintain an inventory of food and non-food items at the beginning and end of each school year, and at other times as necessary. Who we are: Rural Utah Child Development (RUCD) is a comprehensive child development program designed to meet the educational, emotional, social, and health needs of children. The RUCD team works well together to provide strong support and leadership, creating a consistent and quality learning environment. Children receive individualized lesson plans with developmentally appropriate learning experiences, and families are involved with their children's education while they receive assistance with personal goals, parenting information, and leadership through parent committees and Policy Council. For more information please visit, and thank you for your application!
