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HEAD COOK
Job Code:2025-BDJ-009
Location:Bemidji
FT/PT Status:Regular Full Time
  
Who You Are
  • You have leadership skills; you can motivate kitchen staff and develop cooperative working relationships.
  • You have time management skills to ensure efficiency in meal preparation and service.
  • You are a good communicator and can convey instructions clearly and effectively.
A Day in the Life
  • Prepare daily meals and snacks for the Head Start children, accommodating any special dietary needs
  • Oversee assistant cook and kitchen assistant
  • Frequent daily bending and lifting of up to 50 lbs., items are lifted from floor and work tables/counters.
  • Order and maintain an inventory of food and supplies
  • Follow kitchen safety standards and monitor sanitation practices
  • Identify any equipment repairs or replacement needs
Qualifications
  • The job requires a High School Diploma or GED. Commercial kitchen experience preferred.
  • You must have a strong commitment to BI-CAP’s values of collaboration, innovation, compassion, diversity, equity and inclusion.
  • Applicants must pass a DHS Background Study and meet DHS & MN Rule 3 licensing requirements.
Wages
You’ll be eligible for a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Full time, 40 hours/week (Sept-May); 32 hours/week (June-Aug). $18.87/hr. with benefits DOQ.

Schedule: M-Thurs 6 am-3:30 pm; Fri 8 am-noon. Hours may vary.