Human Resources Department
413 North State Street, Ukiah, CA 95482
Ph: (707) 467-3200 Fax: (707) 467-3213

HumanResources@NCOInc.org

Open Position – Substitute (On-Call)
Preschool Sites in Ukiah, Willits, Fort Bragg, Clearlake, Lakeport, Upper Lake

Program: Head Start Child Development Program

Position: Cook I-II

Rate of Pay: $16.59 to $18.61 per hour (Depending on Qualifications)

Hours: Varies – On Call

Benefits:

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Health Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan all NCO employees eligible to participate.

Application Closing Date: Accepting Applications (during all business hours)

Continuous Posting

To Apply: A completed NCO Employment Application form is required to

apply. The application form is available at our website:

https://www.ncoinc.org/join-our-team/ or by calling 707.467.3200,

or at the NCO main office, 413 N. State Street in Ukiah.

Education Transcripts for positions that require ECE or CDV

units must be attached with your application to be considered.

Submitting an

Application:

By Email: HumanResources@ncoinc.org

By FAX: 707.467.3213

By mail or hand delivery to: NCO, Inc., Attn: Human Resources

413 N. State St., Ukiah, CA 95482

Applications must be received by NCO by the closing date.

Postmarks are not accepted.

NCO is under no obligation to hire from this solicitation.

North Coast Opportunities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All applicants for Head Start Child Development Program positions

must review the NOTICE on page 6 of the NCO Employment Application

that includes the background screening and health screening requirements

See our Website for full job description details & to print application

HTTPS://WWW.NCOINC.ORG/JOIN-OUR-TEAM/

Equal Opportunity Employer

We invest in people through community action.

North Coast Opportunities
413 North State Street Ukiah, CA 95482

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: COOK I-III

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: HEAD START CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

REPORTS TO: SITE SUPERVISOR

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: NO

FLSA/IWC STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

WC CODE: 9059

I. GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Working as a cooperative and collaborative member of a Head Start (HS) or Early Head Start (EHS) team, facilitates

the overall food service function for one or more sites in accordance with Child Care Food Program (CCFP) and Head

Start (HS) Standards. Primary responsibilities include planning and preparation of meals and snacks for children and

coordinating with teaching staff to plan nutrition education activities for children.

II. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for the health and safety of children enrolled at the site while under HSCDP care.

2. Participates in regular reflective supervision sessions and self-assessment to promote ongoing professional

development.

3. Works with teaching staff to plan nutrition experiences that relate to classroom curriculum; submits nutrition

experience planning forms to Nutrition Coordinator at least one week in advance of scheduled activities. **

4. Plans and prepares meals and snacks using provided menus and CCFP guidelines that incorporate any identified

dietary needs and restrictions of the children.

5. Purchases and transports groceries and supplies as needed following established budgetary limits.

6. Maintains an accurate inventory of on-hand food and supplies including “disaster food” and substitute meals. **

7. Ensures service of meals and snacks is done on schedule and in a way that is generally appealing to the children;

engages children in meal and snack setup and service as appropriate.

8. Ensures kitchen labels are in place and current so food, supplies and equipment can be easily located by other

staff and volunteers as needed. **

9. Completes all required forms and reports related to the kitchen and the food service functions in a timely manner.

10. Maintains a sanitary environment by performing scheduled daily and weekly kitchen cleaning duties.

11. Completes equipment inventory annually and notifies Nutrition Coordinator of needed supplies or equipment. **

12. Works in the classroom to facilitate staff break reliefs or as a substitute as assigned.

13. Provides nutritional information and recipes to parents and maintains a nutrition bulletin board with information

updated monthly. **

14. Informs Site Supervisor of all concerns, observations or information provided by a parent or guardian, in a timely

manner.

15. For bilingual employees, performs all job duties utilizing dual language ability as necessary to provide optimum

support and services for clients and HSCDP staff.

16. Attends scheduled staff meetings, in-service training sessions and conferences as required.

17. Responsible for generating, collecting and documenting In-Kind.

18. Aligns work behaviors in conformance with NCOs Mission, Vision and Values.

19. Work habits:

• Arrives to work on time and obtains approval from supervisor for any changes in work schedule or absences.

• Maintains a high level of confidentiality in all aspects of work and in alignment with Agency and program

policies and procedures.

• Follows the NCO Injury Illness and Prevention Plan, as well as all Agency and program safety protocols,

procedures, and policies

• Is able to stay focused on the job.

• Takes pride in creating a positive, efficient work environment.

• Treats co-workers and clients with respect.

• Represents NCO and its programs to the community in a positive light.

• Is able to constructively adapt to change.

• Dresses appropriately for the assigned job duties and responsibilities.

20. Other duties as assigned.

Additional Cook Duties for EHS Site Assignments

1. Follows weekly Infant Meal Records to prepare individualized meals for children under 1 year of age.

2. Follows established procedures for bottle sanitation and preparation; breastmilk storage; and mixing and usage

of formula.

Additional Cook III Duties

1. Responsible for day-to-day operations of food service for two or more HSCDP sites. **

2. Accepts and verifies food deliveries from vendors for long-term storage.

** Does not apply to Substitutes.

III. JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Cook I

1. Must have completed a minimum of 3 core Early Childhood Education/ Child Development (ECE/CDV) units1.

(Core courses include child/human growth & development; child/family/community or child and family relations;

programs/curriculum.)

Cook II

1. Must have completed a minimum of 3 core units in ECE/CDV, plus 3 additional qualifying ECE/CDV, Nutrition,

Culinary or related field units (as determined by the Nutrition Coordinator)2.

2. Must have a minimum of three years of experience as an HSCDP Cook or in a comparable commercial or

institutional cooking environment.

Cook III

1. In addition to Cook II qualifications must have an additional two years of recent HSCDP cooking experience for a

total minimum of five years of experience.

Cook I-III

1. Must have math skills sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

2. Must possess a working knowledge of large-scale food preparation and cooking methods as well as related

sanitation regulations and practices.

3. A general understanding of food values and nutrition is preferred.

4. Possession of a ServSafe Food Handler or ServSafe Food Manager certification is preferred.

5. Must be able to plan and prepare wholesome, nutritionally balanced meals using provided guidelines and

requirements.

6. Must be sufficiently familiar with computers and various common software programs regularly used to perform

general duties and responsibilities for this position, including web-based platforms and e-mail.

7. Must demonstrate a willingness to work as part of a team and also be able to work independently.

8. Must have the ability to handle confidential information, documents and sensitive situations appropriately.

9. Must possess excellent written and oral English communication skills and the ability to consistently communicate in

an effective and professional manner.

10. Must be able to accurately and legibly maintain records and prepare reports either by hand, or by using a computer

and related software programs.

11. Must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively and professionally with parents and other adults as well as

with children from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds.

12. Must be able to adapt to the changing needs of the program.

13. Able to work flexible hours at occasional weekend or evening activities as scheduled.

14. Head Start Program knowledge and/or Infant and Child CPR and First Aid training are desired.

15. Employment is contingent on completion of a pre-employment health screening, and meeting TB test and

regulatory immunization and vaccination requirements related to work in a Head Start Program and a licensed child

care facility.

16. For work related driving, employee must have: a current, valid California driver’s license; a driving record that

demonstrates the employee is a safe, appropriate driver as verified by a DMV printout; and, proof of personal

automobile insurance; or reliable transportation with proof of automobile insurance.

17. Pre-employment and periodic health screenings and T.B. tests are required, the results of which must be within

acceptable ranges to attain and maintain employment.

18. Must complete a Criminal Record Clearance prior to employment to confirm eligibility to work in a licensed child

care facility.
1 Required units may be deferred for not more than 12 months from the date of hire when employee signs a training plan agreement
that includes enrollment in and completion of the missing units.
2 Up to 6 of the required ECE/CDV, Nutrition, Culinary or related field units may be deferred for no more than 12 months from the
date of hire.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, listen, and
communicate clearly.

2. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, use manual and
automatic office equipment, and reach with hands and arms.

3. The employee is frequently required to stand; bend; reach down and stretch overhead; walk; climb or
balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

4. The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds unassisted and may occasionally move and
lift heavier materials with assistance using ergonomic guidelines.

5. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

6. The ability to travel during the day and/or night, sometimes long distance – possession of a valid California
Driver’s License and access to an insured vehicle is required.

7. Interaction and contact with outside agencies, vendors, funders, volunteers, donors and contributors is a
frequent aspect of this job.

8. The employee will regularly use computers and computer printers, telephones and other similar electronic
office equipment.

9. The employee will frequently use kitchen equipment and implements that can be heavy, hot or sharp; as
well cleaning and sanitizing products.

10. The environment at the assigned sites can be noisy and includes the comings and goings of small children
and their families.

Note: This class specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the core essential

functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other

than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary

should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or California FEHA. Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be

made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.