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Cook-Food Prep/Delivery

Tri-County Child And Family

Waterloo, IA 50702 • $13 to $22 / yr • 10/15/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Why Join Us?

  • Impact:Play a pivotal role in closing the achievement gap for children in our community.
  • Culture:Work within a supportive, mission-driven environment that values professional growth.
  • Compensation/Benefits:
    • Wage Scale: $12.55--$21.69 (Based on education and experience level)
    • 40 hours/week; 12 months; Monday-Friday work week
    • 401K
    • Paid Time Off
    • Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD & Life Insurance
    • Student Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Employer
    • Professional Development
    • Employee Assistance Program

Role Overview:

Responsible for preparing and delivering meals and snacks; maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment, including regular cleaning tasks; Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) recordkeeping; assisting with phone/security system answering; assisting with data entry and implementation of applicable regulations and standards of the CACFP and Head Start Nutrition Performance Standards and Procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED
  • One year of experience in food service; preferred
  • Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite & database systems
  • Valid Iowa Driver's License & ability to be insured under agency policy
  • Must be cleared & allowed to work in a childcare setting by the Iowa Department of Human Services
  • Other Requirements:
    • Knowledge of basic household measurements with the ability to perform simple math conversions and calculations of measurements (with tools (calculator and charts).
    • Must be able to read and follow applicable Head Start and CACFP guidelines and recipes, and complete reports as directed.
    • See physical demands in the attached job description.