Cook CDLC of Chandler

KinderCare • Chandler, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Crème de la Crème, learning comes alive like nowhere else. Our centers are places that never stand still because kids never do. And when you join us, you’ll become part of that magic—making a memorable impact on young learners and their families every day. In our wow-worthy world of learning, your talents will be the catalyst for creating child care experiences you've never imagined. You’ll link arms with other exceptional humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do—and you’ll know that your work matters. Want to feed the tiniest of taste buds? KinderCare is hiring a cook! As a cook, you will prepare healthy and tasty meals and snacks for the children in our centers. Following a menu and recipes developed by our in-house nutritionist, you’ll ensure our children have the fuel they need to learn and grow.

Requirements

• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
• Familiarity with accurate conditions and food storage.
• Understand the needs of children with food allergies, and to implement methods of food cross-contamination avoidance.
• Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare a sufficient quantity of foods for the center population.
• Basic math skills required for measuring and calculating serving portions.
• Possess a Food Handler’s License or willingness to obtain.
• At least one year of institutional cooking.
• Must be physically able to use the computer with basic proficiency.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds is strongly desired and may be required to work in some classrooms or in the kitchen.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.

Nice To Haves

• Food ordering experience highly desirable.
• Two or more years working with children, highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy and tasty meals and snacks for the children in our centers.
• Follow a menu and recipes developed by our in-house nutritionist.
• Ensure our children have the fuel they need to learn and grow.
• Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically.
• Order food and supplies.
• Dispense and store medication, as requested.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation according to KinderCare and other licensing or regulation requirements.
• Help with and take on responsibility in other daily center duties, as needed.
• Support your center’s success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

Benefits

• Discounted child care benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• Employee assistance programs for mental health and personal growth.
• Access to health and wellness programs.
• Paid time off.
• Discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees