Cook

Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Two Years’ Experience in Food Service Preparation in an institutional setting

Responsibilities/Duties:

Prepare nutritious and attractive meals for the children and the staff according to a pre-
arranged menu which meets the nutritional needs of each child as specified by the Child and Adult Care Food Program and Head Start. Participate in nutrition education activities with the teaching staff and maintain
appropriate standards of cleanliness and proper food storage and preparation as outlined in the Head Start
Performance Standards.

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment
Luzerne County Head Start requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations. Proof of education required to meet the qualifications for position.

Hours & Salary
Full Time, school year positions– 37.5 hrs/wk
Working a school schedule August-June annually, with an established summer break between school years
Rate of Pay: $15.73/hr.

$500 Sign-On Bonus

Fringe Benefits
HEALTH INSURANCE – Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Coverage begins after 60 days; Cash Out Option available if you already have other coverage.
RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary)
PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
PAID Sick Time – Accrues up to 65 working days
PAID Personal Time – 3 days/school year
PAID Holidays immediately – 18 days during the regular school year, including extended break between Christmas-New Year
PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
PAID Training Opportunities
Flexible Benefits – Pre-Tax Medical/ Dependent Care Spending
…and much more!

Our employees…
…receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities;
…do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving;
…enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and
…work in an environment of professional respect.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER