Childcare Cook

The Learning Tree • Huntley, IL

8d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Tree, a licensed childcare center in Huntley, is seeking a Cook who is self-motivated, energetic, and passionate about early childhood education and culinary work. The Cook prepares nutritious, well-balanced meals that meet food program requirements; maintains a clean, orderly, and sanitary kitchen; and manages food and non-food inventory and supply distribution. The role may also provide classroom support, including relieving teachers for breaks. The required schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Compensation is $20 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Serve Safe certificate.
• Ability to pass all background checks.
• Physical ability to work around small children, including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and fulfill the physical requirements of the role.

Nice To Haves

• Previous kitchen experience in a childcare or school setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals that meet food program requirements for items served.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and sanitary kitchen.
• Manage monthly inventory of food and non-food items, including cups and plates.
• Disperse grocery, food-service, and paper-supply orders to appropriate areas of the building.
• Request additional equipment within budget to help maintain the kitchen and keep mealtimes on track, and submit requests to the Center Director.
• Assist in classrooms as needed by relieving teachers for breaks and providing additional support.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Paid trainings, including enhanced career and professional development.
• Benefits package including dental, medical, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with match.
• Childcare discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED