Williams, Arizona, United States · On-site
40 hrs/wk, 46 wks/yr SUMMARY In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verifica…
Skills: Menu Planning, Food Preparation, Budgeting, Food Safety, Sanitation
Williams, Arizona, United States · On-site
$23.80/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibili…
Skills: Classroom Management, Curriculum Fidelity, Pyramid Model, Conscious Discipline, Mentoring
Prescott Valley, Arizona, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$26/hr
$19.58-26.24/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 46 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eli…
Skills: Behavior Management, Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, Collaboration, Communication
Camp Verde, Arizona, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$16/hr
$15.15 - 16.92/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment e…
Skills: Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Child Development, Data Entry, Communication
Apache County, Arizona, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$16/hr
$15.15 - 16.92/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment e…
Skills: Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Data Entry, Child Recruitment, Parent Teaching
Chino Valley, Arizona, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$26/hr
$19.58-26.24/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 46 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eli…
Skills: Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, Behavior Management, Lesson Planning, Collaboration
Chino Valley, Arizona, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$16/hr
$15.15 - 16.92/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 46 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment e…
Skills: Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Data Entry, Child Development, Communication
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$26/hr
$19.58-26.24/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eli…
Skills: Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, Behavior Management, Lesson Planning, Collaboration
Navajo County, Arizona, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$26/hr
$19.58-26.24/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 46 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eli…
Skills: Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, Behavior Management, Lesson Planning, Collaboration
Prescott Valley, Arizona, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$26/hr
$19.58-26.24/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eli…
Skills: Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, Behavior Management, Lesson Planning, Collaboration
Navajo County, Arizona, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$26/hr
$19.58-26.24/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eli…
Skills: Early Childhood Education, Behavior Management, Childhood Development, Lesson Planning, Collaboration
Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$26/hr
$19.58-26.24/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eli…
Skills: Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, Behavior Management, Lesson Planning, Collaboration
Apache County, Arizona, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$26/hr
$19.58-26.24/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eli…
Skills: Behavior Management, Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, Collaboration, Communication
Prescott Valley, Arizona, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$16/hr
$15.15 - 16.92/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 46 wks/yr Summary In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment e…
Skills: Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Child Development, Data Entry, Conflict Resolution
Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona, United States · On-site
$15.15/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44 wks/yr SUMMARY In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibili…
Skills: Food Preparation, Meal Service, Sanitation, CACFP Compliance, Nutrition Education
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States · On-site
$27.55/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 46 wks/yr SUMMARY In compliance with Federal Law, all persons offered employment will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employm…
Skills: Staff Supervision, Program Operations, Community Partnership, Early Childhood Education, Performance Evaluations
Show Low, Arizona, United States · On-site
$27.55/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44 wks/yr SUMMARY In compliance with Federal Law, all persons offered employment will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employm…
Skills: Staff Supervision, Program Operations, Community Partnership, Recruitment, Enrollment
Apache County, Arizona, United States · On-site
$15.15/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 46 wks/yr SUMMARY In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibili…
Skills: Food Preparation, Meal Service, Sanitation, Nutrition Education, Record Keeping
Holbrook, Arizona, United States · On-site
$21.59/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44wks/yr POSITION SUMMARY: Working under general supervision and with moderate difficulty, this position is responsible for monitoring and analyzing program functions and operations to ensure effect…
Skills: Early Childhood Education, Head Start Performance Standards, Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Written and Verbal Communication
Navajo County, Arizona, United States · On-site
$21.59/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 44wks/yr POSITION SUMMARY: Working under general supervision and with moderate difficulty, this position is responsible for monitoring and analyzing program functions and operations to ensure effect…
Skills: Early Childhood Education, Head Start Performance Standards, Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Written and Verbal Communication
Williams, Arizona, United States • On-site
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The cook is responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks for Head Start children while maintaining accurate food service records. They must ensure safety and sanitation standards are met and supervise the Lunch Aide.
Requires a high school diploma and one year of nutrition and food preparation experience. Candidates must possess a valid Arizona Driver's License, a Fingerprint Clearance Card, and a Food Managers certification.
In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Prepares nutritious meals and snacks for Head Start children and maintains complete and accurate records of the food service program.
Supervises a Lunch Aide.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of nutrition and food preparation experience. Experience and training planning and preparing nutritious meals for the Head Start children, assuring that one-third of the daily nutritional needs are met. The cook is responsible for purchasing and storing food, keeping sanitary standards, and record keeping. The cook participates in all staff and center meetings and training. The cook works under general supervision of the Center Director after the requirements have been learned.
Knowledge of food preparation, safe storage and sanitation. Genuine care and respect for children and their needs. Physical condition adequate to meet the physical and emotional demands of assigned duties. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with people of varied social, cultural, and educational backgrounds. Must be bondable.
Certificates and Licenses
Current, valid Arizona Driver's License.
Obtain Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card
Obtain Food Mangers or Food Managers certification as required by the County Health Department
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met, or are encountered, by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
NACOG is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by the state, federal, or local law. NACOG is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individual with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources Director, 928-774-1895, [email protected].
Benefits include: Agency paid health, dental, vision, Arizona State Retirement (ASRS); Paid sick leave & holiday pay
Empowering Communities Through Collaboration, Planning, Education, and Advocacy
Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG) is a regional organization dedicated to strengthening communities and improving quality of life across Apache, Coconino, Navajo, and Yavapai counties. Through collaboration, planning, education, and advocacy, we deliver essential programs and services that empower individuals, families, and local governments to thrive. Our services include the Aging Program (Area Agency on Aging), promoting independence and dignity for older adults and caregivers; Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Community Services, enhancing infrastructure, reducing poverty, and expanding economic opportunity; Head Start and Early Head Start, supporting early learning, family engagement, and school readiness; Planning, advancing regional coordination in housing, transportation, and economic development; and Weatherization Assistance, helping households improve energy efficiency, safety, and cost savings. For more than five decades, we’ve been a trusted partner in advancing opportunity and improving lives across Northern Arizona. Our work has helped families achieve self-sufficiency, prepared children for lifelong success, promoted independence for older adults, and created sustainable, energy-efficient homes. We continue to drive positive change through collaboration, innovation, and a deep commitment to the people and communities we serve.
Offices: 119 E. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona 86001, US
Empowering Communities Through Collaboration, Planning, Education, and Advocacy
Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG) is a regional organization dedicated to strengthening communities and improving quality of life across Apache, Coconino, Navajo, and Yavapai counties. Through collaboration, planning, education, and advocacy, we deliver essential programs and services that empower individuals, families, and local governments to thrive. Our services include the Aging Program (Area Agency on Aging), promoting independence and dignity for older adults and caregivers; Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Community Services, enhancing infrastructure, reducing poverty, and expanding economic opportunity; Head Start and Early Head Start, supporting early learning, family engagement, and school readiness; Planning, advancing regional coordination in housing, transportation, and economic development; and Weatherization Assistance, helping households improve energy efficiency, safety, and cost savings. For more than five decades, we’ve been a trusted partner in advancing opportunity and improving lives across Northern Arizona. Our work has helped families achieve self-sufficiency, prepared children for lifelong success, promoted independence for older adults, and created sustainable, energy-efficient homes. We continue to drive positive change through collaboration, innovation, and a deep commitment to the people and communities we serve.
Offices: 119 E. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona 86001, US
