Daycare Center Cook - La Petite Academy, NE 116th St.
About The Position
The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school’s enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules. As a Food Specialist, you will be: At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms. Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations. Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed. Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.
Requirements
- A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
- Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.
- Successful completion of a background check is a prerequisite of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility.
Responsibilities
- Create home-style, nutritional 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.
- Distribute food to the classrooms.
- Follow the daily menu provided by the Director, ensuring compliance with USDA, licensing, and health department regulations.
- Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
- Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.
Benefits
- Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees
- Limited medical offered for part-time workers
- Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification
- 401K (plus company match)
- Life and disability insurance
- Child care discount available to all employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
