Cook (Head Start) at Action Pact Inc

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Action pact is a community action agency deeply rooted in the promise of improving lives and communities. For over 50 years, we have worked alongside local partners and have become integral to the progress of the individuals and families in the communities we serve. Join up with action pact, an agency that was built on the promise that every family should have an opportunity for success.The Position:We are recruiting for a full time Cook will be responsible for providing assistance in all areas of food preparation according to planned/approved CACFP guidelines; serving clients; ordering, receiving and storing supplies; completing necessary paperwork and inventory control; and maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen and equipment.At a minimum, a high school diploma or GED. Experience is preferred. Hiring Range -$11.98-$15.87(actual)$9.48-$12.97 (prorate)The Location:Appling Head Start, 22 Jr. High Dr., Baxley 31513Why Should You Apply:Paid Time Off & Sick Leave that accrues day 115 Paid Holidays & Monday- Friday Work Week!Low-Cost Medical Insurance + Free Employee Dental & Vision InsuranceFree Life Insurance up to 2 times salary + Free Long Term DisabilityRetirement Plan eligibility day 1 & MOREInterested?Internal Applicants: please apply online from your Paylocity home page, click Resources, Internal Job PostingsExternal Applicants: please apply online at www.myactionpact.orgClick “Join the Action”. View current open positions.Deadline to apply is: 12/10/2025Our team at action pact works hard, has fun, and changes people’s lives. If you are looking for work that is challenging and meaningful, come join our team!Duties of the Cook include providing assistance in all areas of food preparation according to planned/approved guidelines; serving clients; receiving and storing supplies; and maintaining clean and orderly kitchen and equipment.Specific Responsibilities:Assist in the preparation of food; cut, peel, chop, slice, etc., various vegetables, meals and other food stuffs using routine and heavy duty kitchen equipmentParticipate in cooking, baking, frying, broiling, etc. using standard or heavy duty stove at appropriate temperature and cooking time as called for by recipeAssist in receiving and storing food and supplies in designated locations; help in maintaining accurate records and inventoriesParticipate in serving clientsClean work area, equipment and utensils, promptly in accordance with daily work routine; wash, scrub, and store in neat and orderly fashion; and keep entire kitchen area, including floors, walls, appliance, storage space following sanitary rules and guidelinesAssist in instructing volunteers assigned as kitchen helpParticipate in staff meetings, and training sessions as requiredCommunicate and problem solve with Center CoordinatorEnsure meals are prepared on scheduleMaintain good personal appearance and hygieneMaintain confidentialityPerform other related duties as required or assignedRequirements:Education: Must be able to read and write and understand general instructions in carrying out work assignments.