Cook

at Champaign County Regional Planning Commission in Rantoul, Illinois, United States

Job Description

The Cook is responsible for providing and/or preparing nutritional meals and snacks and assisting supervisor in overall management of food services.  Cook is responsible for ensuring that food ordering, storage, preparation, and serving is completed in such a way as to meet or exceed Head Start Performance Standards, Public Health regulations, and children’s daily nutritional standards. Our culture requires that the Cook ensures a supportive, inclusive, and welcoming environment every day and fosters a sense of belonging and safety for staff, families, and children.

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of experience working under a trained cook
• Must have an Illinois Department of Public Health Food Sanitation Manager license or achieve certification within 30 days of hire
• Experience working in an early childhood setting preferred
• Knowledge and experience meeting the Child and Adult Care Food Program requirements preferred
• Knowledge of Head Start and other agency rules and regulations preferred
• Experience working with diverse populations preferred  
• Must meet all requirements of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services

Status:  Full-Time/Year-Round
Schedule:  7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (M-F)
Starting Hourly Wage:    $18.00 – 19.25

Worksite Location:  RPC Early Childhood Education Center – Rantoul