EHS Assistant Cook - Part-Time

Description

Job Posting: EHS Assistant Cook

Salary Range: Competitive, based on experience

Posting Date: August 13, 2025
Estimated Offer Date: September 3, 2025
Start Date: September 8, 2025

Location: Hartford City (initially), then Marion, Indiana
Hours: Part-time, 25–30 hours per week

Pay: $13-14/hour, based on experience.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a dedicated EHS Assistant Cook to join our Early Head Start team. This role supports the EHS Cook in preparing nutritious meals and snacks, maintaining kitchen facilities, and ensuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, State Licensing, and CACFP requirements. The EHS Assistant Cook will also assist with transporting meals between sites and supporting occasional classroom or event needs.

Requirements

Position Requirements

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED; at least 21 years of age. Serve Safe Certification and food service experience preferred (must obtain Serve Safe upon hire if not already certified).
• License: Valid driver’s license with ability to meet agency insurability requirements.
• Skills: Organization, attention to detail, strong communication skills (verbal and written), and ability to cook, bake, and follow recipes. Computer experience preferred.
• Physical: Ability to stand, bend, lift/carry 5–50 lbs, and transport food. Must be able to wear required PPE and follow safe/universal precaution practices.

As an EHS Assistant Cook, you’ll spend your days:

• Preparing and serving meals/snacks that meet developmental, medical, and allergy needs of infants and toddlers.
• Ensuring food is appealing, nutritious, and meets CACFP/state/federal guidelines.
• Using family-style serving techniques and enhancing classroom activities with special food items when needed.
• Maintaining accurate dietary/allergy records and completing documentation and temperature logs.
• Inspecting kitchen and food storage for safety and compliance.
• Transporting meals between Hartford City and Marion sites.
• Supporting occasional classroom needs, special events, and parent group meetings.
• Encouraging and respecting the cultural backgrounds of all families and staff.
   

Why Work With Us

• Purpose-Driven Work: Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in your community.
• Professional Growth: Access to training and educational opportunities.
• Inclusive Environment: Work in a supportive, team-oriented setting.
• Benefits: Competitive pay, training, and a mission-driven workplace.

Timeline for Hiring

• Application & Initial Review: August 13 – August 22, 2025
• Finalists Contacted: August 26, 2025
• Panel Interviews: August 27 – September 2, 2025
• Estimated Offer Date: September 3, 2025
• Start Date: Monday, September 8, 2025