Childcare Center Cook for CVlearns

Southwest Learning Centers•Vancouver, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We're proud to announce that Children's Village of Orchards is now part of the SWLearns family sharing a commitment to providing exceptional early childhood education through nurturing relationships, engaging learning experiences, and a child-centered approach. Together, we strive to create environments where children feel safe, respected, and inspired to become confident learners. Our shared mission is to partner with families in building strong educational foundations that support lifelong growth and success.

Requirements

Experience cooking for large groups of children
Knowledgeable and proficient with USDA requirements and the CACFP
Strong organizational and time management skills
Food Handlers Permit
Portable Background Check Washington State (or willingness to get one)
Proof of Negative TB test
Proof of Immunization for MMR and COVID (per state rules)

Responsibilities

Menu Preparation in compliance with USDA Food Program and WAC Minimum licensing requirements
Food purchasing (procurement)
Kitchen and Food Prep areas maintained and kept clean
Ensure that meal carts are being properly utilized (i.e., temperatures taken and recorded, allergies noted)
Set up of meal carts with necessary documentation and tools
Lunch counts taken and recorded
Menu changes noted on Master Menu
Substitutions and awareness of allergy or special needs (to include inventory and supply on hand of special needs food)
Sanitization, cleanliness, and organization all to be in compliance with WAC Minimum licensing requirements, USDA Food Program, and the policies of CVLearns