Child Care Center Cook - La Petite Academy, S 348th St.
About The Position
The Child Care Cook, also referred to as a Food Specialist, is responsible for preparing food for the school’s enrolled children. The role requires adapting to menu changes and meeting meal and snack schedules. The cook creates home-style, nutritious meal plans within the school’s menu and budget and in accordance with state and federal requirements; prepares meals and snacks for children and staff; and distributes food to classrooms. The position also follows the daily menu provided by the Director, which incorporates USDA, licensing, and health department regulations; maintains an inventory of food and supplies and orders more as needed; and assists in classrooms as an Assistant Teacher/Floater when needed. Compensation is based on position, education, and experience. The posting lists Food Specialist pay of $22.52–$23.39 and bi-weekly and daily pay options. A background check is a prerequisite of employment, effective January 1, 2024.
Requirements
- Willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
- Flexibility regarding work hours and schedule.
- Successful completion of a background check is a prerequisite of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Create home-style, nutritious meal plans within the school’s menu and budget and in accordance with state and federal requirements.
- Prepare meals and snacks for children and staff and distribute food to classrooms.
- Follow the daily menu provided by the Director, including USDA, licensing, and health department regulations.
- Maintain food and supply inventory and order additional items when needed.
- Assist in classrooms as an Assistant Teacher/Floater when needed.
- Adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules.
Benefits
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and FSA, for full-time employees; limited medical coverage for part-time workers.
- Education assistance, including tuition reimbursement and certification.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Child care discount.
- Bi-weekly and daily pay options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
