About Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is a nonprofit organization serving children and families across Oregon through early education and family support programs. Every role contributes to creating stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures for children across Oregon. Designs and prepares meals that are age appropriate and follow the nutritional guidelines established by United States Department Agriculture (USDA) by controlling food preparation, preparing food and following recipes.

Prepares food by: Ensuring quality and appropriate quantity of food.

Assists In Menu Planning By

Meeting with Food Services Supervisor and parents to develop menu cycles for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers that are culturally appropriate. Monitoring popularity of various dishes.

Following Registered

Dietician plan for children with allergies and special needs to ensure that their needs are met.

Orders Food And Kitchen Supplies By

Preparing a list of required food items and other kitchen supplies for the Food Service Supervisor in a timely manner in accordance to Agency purchasing guidelines. Collaborating with Food Service Supervisor and parents in planning weekly food orders. Maintaining inventory and checking food products when they are delivered.

Ensuring the use of the First-In/First-Out (FIFO) system of food usage. Complying with federal, state, and local sanitation requirements. Following procedures in the use of kitchen utensils and operation of equipment.

Instructing or training Cook Assistant in following sanitation and kitchen procedures. Documenting the amount of food served daily. Ensuring that all staff provides daily food count in a timely manner.

Monitors Food Quality And Presentation By

Viewing color and texture and verifying portion sizes.



Checking for proper food temperature.

Controls Costs By

Adhering to established standards for quality and quantity following USDA and Head Start Standards. Developing effective methods of utilizing food surpluses and leftovers. Providing meals during local staff or parent meetings as requested.

Continually applies safety practices in all facets of the performance of duties by Immediately reporting any unsafe or hazardous working conditions and/or any injury. Participating in emergency drills and assisting in the evacuation of the children. Collaborating with management staff for the prompt completion of injury investigation, corrective actions, and inspections as required.

High School diploma or GED with at least one year experience in quantity cooking, particularly for children in the ethnic group being served. A combination of culinary schoolwork OR experience cooking in large restaurant or industrial setting equivalent to 24 months education and work experience. The pay range for this position is $18.94 to $23.65 hourly.

Placement within the range is determined by factors such as relevant experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity. Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan with employer contribution Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid leave programs Employer paid life and disability coverage, with voluntary options available Adaptable Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources At OCDC, employee wellbeing is a priority and an essential part of supporting our mission and communities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

📌 Cook - Food Service / Full time (Brooks)
🏢 Oregon Child Development Coalition
📍 Brooks