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Reach DANE

Cook - Nutrition Service Provider II

Reach DANE, El Paso, Texas, United States

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Nourish Growing Bodies. Support Healthy Development. Create Lasting Impact. QUICK FACTS Location:

Northport- 1740 Northport Drive 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

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays

403(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 Growth

School 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 NEED

Age:

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 0-5

Preparing 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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