Child Care Center Cook, Childtime of Monroe
About The Position
The Child Care Cook, also referred to as a Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation 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 applicable state and federal requirements; prepares meals and snacks for children and staff; and distributes food to classrooms. The role follows the daily menu provided by the Director, which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations. The Cook maintains inventory of food and supplies and orders more when needed. The position may also assist in classrooms as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.
Requirements
- Willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
- Flexibility regarding work hours and schedule.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Create home-style, nutritional meal plans within the school’s menu and budget and applicable 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 and applicable USDA, licensing, and health department regulations.
- Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
- Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.
- Adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
