Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc.
Head Start Child Care Center Cook/Aide - Engine House
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc., Dubuque, Iowa, United States, 52001
Head Start Child Care Center Cook/Aide - Engine House
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) is a diverse, community-focused nonprofit dedicated to empowering and improving the lives of families living with the everyday barriers of poverty.What we are proud to offer you:Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceRetirement Savings (IPERS and/or 403b) with generous company matchPaid time off and 10 company paid holidaysShort Term DisabilityBasic Life and AD&D coverageEmployee Assistance ProgramOptional benefits: Flexible Spending, Long Term Disability, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AccidentPOSITION GOALThe Cook/Classroom Aid is responsible for food preparation for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and supports the classroom in the absence of assigned staff in maintaining a nurturing and supportive educational program for participating children.WAGE AND SCHEDULEWage is $17.03 hourly. Schedule is Monday-Friday 7:45 am - 3:45 pm; School Day/School Year.*This position is eligible for a $1200 retention incentive after successfully completing 180 days of employment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTake direction and work cooperatively with center/classroom staff to assist with center operations and compliance.Follow program, center and classroom procedures for health and safety.Ensure compliance with program records and documentation required for HACAP programs, child-care licensing regulations, CACFP, Head Start Performance Standards, Head Start Act, and funding requirements.Assist and follow site procedures for maintenance of a safe, positive, and nurturing physical and emotional environment in the center and classroom.Follow Food Service Establishment Food Codes, CACFP and DHS standards, and HACAP policies and procedures regarding the maintenance of a sanitary and organized kitchen, including food storage procedures, and health, sanitation, and safety practices in the preparation of food.Responsible for food preparation according to provided menus, including special diets, using standardized recipes and quantity cooking techniques as well as commercially prepared foods.Ensure that meal times are observed with food being served on time and at the proper temperature.Follow the menu change approval process and make appropriate documentation.Responsible for the accuracy and promptness of all required reports and records as assigned, including daily production forms and ongoing inventory.Share in the responsibility of food requisitioning and the purchasing process.Receive deliveries and reconcile delivery invoices.Assist in carrying out daily lesson plans in keeping with HACAP program requirements.Follow daily plans and classroom routine.Inform Site Supervisor of center issues that may affect program or agency compliance or image.Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or a GED.One year food service experience.SkillsAbility to read, comprehend and implement procedures.Ability to use good judgment.Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.Ability to work with a diverse population.Ability to relate to low-income people.Strong organizational skills.Ability to work effectively with age-appropriate activities in the classroom and relate to children in a positive way.Detail-oriented.EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSReceive clearance by the Iowa Department of Human Services on child abuse and criminal checks prior to hire and resubmit every two (2) years.Pass a pre-employment health examination and subsequent health examinations every two (2) years thereafter.***Attach training/transcripts/diploma***Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources atPhone: 319-393-7811 ext. 1014Email: HResources@hacap.orgEqual Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) is a diverse, community-focused nonprofit dedicated to empowering and improving the lives of families living with the everyday barriers of poverty.What we are proud to offer you:Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceRetirement Savings (IPERS and/or 403b) with generous company matchPaid time off and 10 company paid holidaysShort Term DisabilityBasic Life and AD&D coverageEmployee Assistance ProgramOptional benefits: Flexible Spending, Long Term Disability, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AccidentPOSITION GOALThe Cook/Classroom Aid is responsible for food preparation for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and supports the classroom in the absence of assigned staff in maintaining a nurturing and supportive educational program for participating children.WAGE AND SCHEDULEWage is $17.03 hourly. Schedule is Monday-Friday 7:45 am - 3:45 pm; School Day/School Year.*This position is eligible for a $1200 retention incentive after successfully completing 180 days of employment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTake direction and work cooperatively with center/classroom staff to assist with center operations and compliance.Follow program, center and classroom procedures for health and safety.Ensure compliance with program records and documentation required for HACAP programs, child-care licensing regulations, CACFP, Head Start Performance Standards, Head Start Act, and funding requirements.Assist and follow site procedures for maintenance of a safe, positive, and nurturing physical and emotional environment in the center and classroom.Follow Food Service Establishment Food Codes, CACFP and DHS standards, and HACAP policies and procedures regarding the maintenance of a sanitary and organized kitchen, including food storage procedures, and health, sanitation, and safety practices in the preparation of food.Responsible for food preparation according to provided menus, including special diets, using standardized recipes and quantity cooking techniques as well as commercially prepared foods.Ensure that meal times are observed with food being served on time and at the proper temperature.Follow the menu change approval process and make appropriate documentation.Responsible for the accuracy and promptness of all required reports and records as assigned, including daily production forms and ongoing inventory.Share in the responsibility of food requisitioning and the purchasing process.Receive deliveries and reconcile delivery invoices.Assist in carrying out daily lesson plans in keeping with HACAP program requirements.Follow daily plans and classroom routine.Inform Site Supervisor of center issues that may affect program or agency compliance or image.Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or a GED.One year food service experience.SkillsAbility to read, comprehend and implement procedures.Ability to use good judgment.Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.Ability to work with a diverse population.Ability to relate to low-income people.Strong organizational skills.Ability to work effectively with age-appropriate activities in the classroom and relate to children in a positive way.Detail-oriented.EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSReceive clearance by the Iowa Department of Human Services on child abuse and criminal checks prior to hire and resubmit every two (2) years.Pass a pre-employment health examination and subsequent health examinations every two (2) years thereafter.***Attach training/transcripts/diploma***Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources atPhone: 319-393-7811 ext. 1014Email: HResources@hacap.orgEqual Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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