Benefits:

Health insurance
Paid time off
Wellness resources

Closes: 12/5/2025

Head Cook (Sacred Children Care Center)

Reports to: CCDF Program Manager

Salary (Grade): $23.87 (G18-E)

Status: Reg. FT (Non-Exempt)

Location: Winnebago Human Services Department, Winnebago Nebraska

Job Purpose & Position Overview

Develops menus that comply with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements and Nebraska Childcare Center Licensure, while also considering budgetary concerns. Collaborates with the Education Coordinator and teaching staff to plan nutritional experiences in the classroom. Holds primary responsibility for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dishwashing area, and all necessary utensils.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Demonstrates the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values.
Will prepare breakfast, snack and lunch in compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program daily requirements.
Will serve meals family style in accordance with Sacred Children Care Center.
Has complete understanding of the CACFP and its reporting requirements.
Will employ sanitation, cleanliness, and food storage techniques endorsed by the CACFP
Will take daily temperatures of the fridge, food before it is sent to the classrooms and keep records according to the CACFP regulations.
Must have a physical examination and a tuberculin test annually.
Will keep and be accountable for and inventory of foods in accordance with CACFP. Inventory & date all food items in the kitchen area.
Works in coordination with teaching staff in planning nutritional experiences that are developmentally appropriate
Will take annual inventory of kitchen component equipment and materials.
Orders nutritional and economical groceries that are low in fat, sugar, and high in nutrients according to the menu keeping budgetary concerns in mind.
Work with distributors to order the proper amount of food needed for each meal.
Provide a 6-week menu cycle for approval by a nutritionist or dietician.
Signs all grocery receipts after verifying items listed.
Will supervise the assistant cook.
Will evaluate employee under supervision.
Will perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Will present a professional image in the food preparation areas at all times.
Attend training as requested or required.
Plans to attend staff meetings and program coordinators meetings as scheduled.
Understands and follows the chain of command of the Human Services Department and of the Tribal Organization
Understands and adheres to the Policies and Procedures of Sacred Child Care Center, Winnebago Human Services Department and the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska.
Handles confidential information with discretion. Information about all children, families, and Human Services related activities must be kept confidential.
Presents a positive image for the Human Services Department and Sacred Children Care Center in the community.
Will complete production records at the time of preparation, detailing the amounts of food prepared, daily counts, ingredients used.
Weekly cleaning check list completed included cleaning fridges/ freezers, dishwasher, stove and oven.
Food inventory monitored closely, organization of pantry.
Classrooms are equipped with the proper materials; utensils needed for the meal served according to the menu.
Notify supervisor of any safety concerns, supply shortage, menu changes and monthly report.
The duties listed are only an illustration of various types of work performed. The omission of the specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the process.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Must be in excellent physical health and good mental health.
Must possess or be able to obtain Food Handler’s Certificate as soon as possible.
Must have a personality that is conducive to working with small children, their families and staff.
Must be of good moral character.
Must convey strong communication skills.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the tribe’s insurance.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Assistant Cook

Training Requirements:

Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) annual training requirements include meal pattern compliance, meal counting procedures, recordkeeping, monitoring requirements, reimbursement system, claim submission and review procedures and mandatory Civil Rights training.
Must be willing to attend meetings and training as requested.

Physical Requirements:

Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.

Mental Requirements:

Reading, writing, calculating
Above average social interaction skills
Reasoning/Analysis
Works with minimal to no supervision

Language Requirements:

Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations:

All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit an application at www.winnebagotribe.com, a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered.
If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation.
Call Human Resources at 402-878-2272 for further information.

As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Compensation: $23.87 per hour