Child Care Center Cook

Learning Care Group • Midland, MI

10d

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 role also follows the daily menu provided by the Director and applicable USDA, licensing, and health department regulations, maintains an inventory of food and supplies, and orders additional items when needed. The Cook may assist in classrooms as an Assistant Teacher or Floater when needed.

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, 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 and applicable USDA, licensing, and health department regulations.
• Maintain an inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher or Floater.
• Adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed