Cook

Overview

PACE, Inc. is seeking a qualified Cook to join our Head Start Program team! Head Start and Early Head Start provide family-centered child development programming for over 300+ income-eligible families with children from birth to age 5 living in the Greater New Bedford area. We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications and skills:

• Prepare nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, and snacks) for preschool children and classroom staff in Head Start and Early Head Start programs, in accordance with federal and state guidelines.
• Prepare meals consistently using best nutrition and food processing practices.
• Plan and prepare meals for over 300+ children daily; operate within budget and procurement practices (quantity food purchasing).
• Ensure compliance with sanitation, food safety practices, and all state and federal credentialing and professional development requirements.
• Maintain physical ability to climb stairs, stand, bend, walk continuously, and lift/carry items weighing up to 60 lbs.
• Pass CORI and DCF background checks as required.
• Meet driving and credential requirements as applicable.

• High School diploma or GED (preferred). Minimum of two (2) years of experience in meal preparation for large programs is desirable.
• Experience in quantity food purchasing.
• Knowledge of proper sanitation and food safety practices.
• School food service experience preferred.
• SERV Safe certification required.
• Valid driver s license required.
• Ability to comply with state and federal mandates pertaining to credentials and professional development.
• Ability to pass CORI and DCF background checks.

Compensation: $20.96 – $25.96 per hour, plus an additional $1.00 per hour for dual-language speakers; 35 hours per week; 42–52 weeks per year.

Benefits:
Low-cost health insurance, dental and no-cost term life insurance; paid vacation, sick time, and paid holidays; comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

For more information about the program, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on the Programs tab.

P.A.C.E. is an AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER