Mega Site Cook/Main Kitchen Admin * Now Hiring for 2025-2026 Program Year! *

Eugene, OR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Hourly

Internship

Consulting

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $16.00 - $22.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Training opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Head Start of Lane County is a well-established organization dedicated to providing comprehensive early childhood education and support services to children and families throughout Lane County. As part of a nationwide program, this non-profit entity focuses on fostering healthy development and school readiness among low-income children by offering a range of services that include education, health, nutrition, and family engagement. Founded with a mission to empower children and families for success, Head Start of Lane County proudly contributes to building strong foundations by delivering high-quality, accessible programs that aim to eliminate disparities and promote equity in early childhood opportunities. This... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum one year experience in large-scale food production or related field
Valid Oregon Driver's License
Current Food Handler's Card
Current Health Appraisal
Ability to pass Child Care Division Criminal History Registry, DMV check, drug screen, and physical capacity examination
Ability to perform repetitive motions and manual labor
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to lift items weighing between 10-70 lbs
Reliable transportation for deliveries if required

Job Qualifications

Strong knowledge of large-scale food production typically from one year relevant experience or education
Working knowledge of sanitation and safety procedures prescribed for large scale kitchen production
Working knowledge of inventory systems
Basic literacy skills
Ability to problem solve and respond appropriately to unexpected situations while maintaining strict meal schedules
Valid Oregon Driver's License
Current Food Handler's Card
Current Health Appraisal
Ability to perform physical tasks including repetitive motions, standing, walking, bending and lifting heavy bulk food items

Job Duties

Assemble food, dishes, utensils and supplies needed for timely meal preparation
Prepare high-quality nutritional food in quantity as directed by Food Service Manager
Follow standardized recipes
Prepare and sort food for meal preparation at outlying sites
Adhere to sanitation and safety procedures prescribed for the Head Start kitchen
Assure food temperatures are hot or cold enough and kitchen areas are sanitary to maintain health standards
Wash dishes, pots, pans and utensils using approved sanitation methods
Return all items to their proper storage site
Complete routine maintenance of kitchen and equipment including weekly deep cleaning
Deliver meals from central kitchen to site kitchens as assigned
Order and pick up supplies as needed
Assist in receiving orders from vendors and insure proper items have been delivered
Assist with menu planning
Assist with food inventories as assigned
Reconcile container inventory weekly
Perform weekly thorough visual safety check of food service vehicles and complete checklist
Keep interiors of vehicles clean daily and exteriors as needed
Report any needed repairs and deliver van to designated repair site as directed
Record mileage and gas daily
Attend meetings and trainings as needed and required
Other duties as requested

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