Cook/Food Prep

Children of America•Norwood, MA

2d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Children of America is seeking a part-time Cook / Food Prep team member to prepare healthy, appealing meals and snacks for children in its early childhood programs. Meals and snacks are cooked onsite for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. The role works with the management team and teaching staff and includes food preparation and service, meal distribution, inventory and ordering, delivery checks, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen. Paid training is provided; school or preschool cooking experience is a plus but not required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
PlanServSage certification.
Strong work ethic and customer service mindset.
Love for children and working in an early childhood environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience cooking for schools or preschools; experience is not required, and paid training is provided.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to posted menus.
Determine meal and snack counts and distribute food to each classroom.
Remove trays and leftover food from classrooms and dispose of it appropriately.
Perform weekly inventory of food and supplies and submit a list of needed items.
Order food and supplies from approved vendors within the budget set by management.
Check in deliveries to ensure order accuracy.
Keep the kitchen, appliances, cabinets, and all inventory organized and clean.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities across 65+ locations, with promotion from within.
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare.
Life, accident, and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid vacation, sick time, and company-paid holidays.
50% employee childcare discount.
Subsidized tuition program for continuing education or career advancement, up to $500 per semester.
Annual center performance raise.
Monthly and yearly recognition programs.
Employee referral bonuses.
May be eligible for performance-based incentives and additional benefits.