Substitute Cook - Head Start

Job Description Job Description About Oswego County Opportunities Ranking among Oswego County's top ten largest private employers, OCO carries out its mission to inspire partnerships and provide services that empower people, support communities, and change lives through more than 50 programs serving 15,000 people each year. OCO's Employee benefits include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available to Full-Time staff) Paid leave (sick leave, PTO, holidays, etc.) 403B Deferred Annuity Retirement Plan Term Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Job Summary: OCO's Head Start provides a quality prekindergarten program for three and four year old children. This Substitute position prepares and cooks food on an "as needed" basis for the children attending classes in our centers located in Phoenix, Fulton, Oswego, Cleveland, and Williamstown. DUTIES: Prepare food Clean up of meals and snacks REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of elements of proper nutrition; portion control; and economical food purchasing Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy items regularly Must relate well with pre-school children, staff, and parents and practice good hygiene Must be vaccinated for COVID-19 per Head Start mandate or qualify for an exemption waiver. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Background in food service is preferred High School Diploma or GED Valid NYS Driver's License with a good driving record and access to a reliable vehicle Schedule Varies as Needed Grade 11 Oswego County Opportunities, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Location: West Monroe, NY, US

Posted Date: 5/18/2025