What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at United Community Action Program, Head Start and Early Head Start?
Cook: Desired qualifications include knowledge of CACFP food program. As a Cook at Henryetta Head Start Early Head Start, you will be an essential team member responsible for food preparation, cooking, and ensuring high-quality meals for our program. With core skills in food handling, kitchen experience, and culinary expertise, you will excel in creating nutritious and delicious meals. Join our team and showcase your culinary talents in a rewarding and impactful role.
The starting salary for the cook position at Henryetta: $14.30
Outstanding Benefits - UCAP offers a superior benefits package, including:
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- Medical Insurance — UCAP pays $400 per month
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance — UCAP pays the first $20,000 of coverage
- Retirement Plan — UCAP matches contributions up to 10%
- Professional Development Assistance in Early Childhood Education
Paid Holidays & Breaks - Employees also enjoy numerous paid holidays and breaks, including:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Labor Day
- Fall Break
- Thanksgiving Holiday — Wednesday through Friday
- Christmas Holiday — 4 paid weekdays
How to Apply - Online: https://ucapinc.org/apply Select "Apply Now"
Employment Requirements
All positions with United Community Action Program, Inc. Head Start require successful completion of:
- A Comprehensive Child Care Background Check
- A Drug Screening
Important: UCAP is a federally funded organization. Under federal law, marijuana (THC) remains classified as a Schedule I controlled substance, regardless of state laws permitting medical or recreational marijuana use. Therefore, marijuana use is prohibited in all UCAP workplaces and programs.
Medical Marijuana Cards are not accepted as an exemption to this policy.
Join the UCAP Team!
If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to help infants, toddlers, and families thrive, we encourage you to apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.50 - $15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20,000