What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook - Nutrition Service Provider II position at Reach DANE?
Nourish Growing Bodies. Support Healthy Development. Create Lasting Impact.
QUICK FACTS
Location: Agency Float; Based out of South Madison
Pay: $16.71/hour
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Part Year*
*Part Year includes built-in summer break, 2 weeks winter break, and spring break
WHAT WE OFFER
Comprehensive Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match (after 2 years)
- Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer
Work-Life Excellence & Professional Growth
- School calendar schedule with built-in seasonal breaks
- Independent work environment supporting a single site
- Culturally diverse menu preparation experience
- Comprehensive professional development: ongoing coaching, paid continuing education, and credential support
- Career advancement pathways with organizational training support
QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL NEED
- Age: Minimum 18 years old
- Education: High school diploma or GED preferred
- Experience: Minimum 1 year in food preparation
- Core Skills:
- Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions
- Strong math skills for recipe scaling and portioning
- Knowledge of quantity food preparation, equipment, and sanitation methods
- Technical Competencies: Working knowledge of personal computers, Windows, and Microsoft Office
- Specialized Experience:
- Purchasing and preparing culturally diverse foods for groups
- Following recipes, worksheets, and verbal instructions for Head Start compliance
- Professional Competencies: Professional demeanor, ability to work effectively with low-income children and families
- Language: Bilingual in Spanish or Hmong helpful
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a Nutrition Service Provider II, you'll promote high nutritional standards by:
- Creating menu-specified scratch cooking recipes for children ages 0-5
- Preparing nutritious breakfast, snacks, and lunch daily
- Managing all aspects of food preparation, service, and clean-up for your assigned site
- Maintaining site sanitation and following state and federal food service regulations
- Following agency menu cycles and Head Start compliance guidelines
- Scaling recipes and ensuring proper portioning for young children
- Preparing culturally diverse foods that reflect our community
- Working independently to support your site's nutritional needs
- Using computer systems for menu planning, inventory, and compliance tracking
- Building positive relationships with children, families, and staff
WHO WE ARE
At Reach Dane, we're reimagining early childhood education as a powerful tool for social transformation. Our commitment to equity and inclusion includes:
- Actively dismantling systemic barriers in early childhood education
- Celebrating cultural diversity through inclusive, representative menu planning
- Recognizing nutrition as fundamental to children's learning and development
- Supporting families through comprehensive, culturally responsive programming
JOIN OUR MISSION
Make a meaningful difference by providing the nutritional foundation that supports children's growth, development, and learning while enjoying a schedule that promotes work-life balance.
Reach Dane is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation.