Head Start Child Care Center Cook/Aide - Dyersville
Company: Access Dubuque
Location: Dubuque
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Head Start Child Care Center Cook/Aide - Dyersville
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc
1 Positions
ID: 40022
Posted On 10/27/2023
Job Overview
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 Insurance
Retirement Savings (IPERS and/or 403b) with generous company
match
Paid time off and 10 company paid holidays
Short Term Disability
Basic Life and AD&D coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Optional benefits: Flexible Spending, Long Term Disability,
Voluntary Life, Voluntary Accident
POSITION GOAL
The Cook/Classroom Aid is responsible for food preparation for the
Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and support the classroom
in the absence of assigned staff in maintaining a nurturing and
supportive educational program for participating children.
WAGE AND SCHEDULE
Wage is $16.53 hourly.
Schedule is Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm; School Day/School
Year
*This position is eligible for a $1200 retention incentive after
successfully completing 180 days of employment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Take 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, 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.
Follows 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.
Is responsible for food preparation according to provided menus,
including special diets, using standardized recipes and quantity
cooking techniques as well as commercially prepared foods.
Is responsible for ensuring that meal times are observed with food
being served on time and at the proper temperature.
Follows the menu change approval process and makes appropriate
documentation.
Is responsible for the accuracy and promptness of all required
reports and records as assigned, including daily production forms
and on-going inventory.
Shares in the responsibility of food requisitioning and the
purchasing process.
Receives deliveries and reconciles 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, which may affect program
or agency compliance or image.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
To 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 EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or a GED.
One year food service experience.
Skills
Ability 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 with children in a positive way
Detail orientated
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Receive 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
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Receive 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 three (3) years thereafter.
Attach training/transcripts/diploma
Primary Contact
1674162882138
Jason Fisher
HR Director ,
319-393-7811
Phone
Phone
Phone
Fax
jfisher@hacap.org
Email
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Job Details
Categories
Child Care/Day Care/Personal Care
Location
Dubuque, IA
Job Type
Employee
Full/Part
Full Time
Pay/Salary
$16.53
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Paid Holidays
Qualifications
Education
High School/GED
Company ID
27574
Job REQ #
# Positions
1
Start Date
20231027
End Date
20240527
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Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc
About the Company
We are HACAP - a diverse, community-focused nonprofit dedicated to
the sustained improvement of human life in our communities. As one
of sixteen Iowa community action agencies, we provide flexible and
adaptive programs and services that work toward removing the
barriers to self-sufficiency. HACAP provides service in nine
counties in Iowa: Benton, Dubuque, Delaware, Iowa, Jackson,
Johnson, Jones, Linn and Washington. We build collaboration among
for-profit, nonprofit, faith-based, service groups and community
members in order to make stronger, healthier communities.
Working to serve over 75,000 people across 9 counties every
year
Benefits We're Proud to Offer:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Retirement Savings (IPERS
and/or 403b) with generous company match, $1200 retention incentive
after completing 180 days of employment, Paid time off and 10
company paid holidays, Short Term Disability, Basic Life and
AD&D coverage, Employee Assistance Program, Optional benefits:
Flexible Spending, Long Term Disability, Voluntary Life, Voluntary
Accident
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