Cook - Nutrition Service Provider II

Posted 17 days ago

reach daneMadison (WI)

Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria Child Care Services

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$16.71/hour

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About the role

Nutrition Service Provider IINourish Growing Bodies. Support Healthy Development. Create Lasting Impact.

Location: Northport 1740 Northport Drive Madison, WI.

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 & Holidays403(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 GrowthSchool 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 NeedAge: 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 0-5Preparing 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.

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