Dietary Tech (Cook)

Miracle Kids Success Academy•Paragould, AR

About The Position

Miracle Kids Success Academy (MKSA) and Kids Unlimited Learning Academy (KULA) are seeking a dependable, energetic, and caring Dietary Technician. The role prepares and delivers breakfast, lunch, and snacks to treatment rooms on an established schedule for an average enrollment of 51–75 children. It helps ensure meals are prepared, handled, and delivered safely and on time, while supporting a positive daily routine for children and the employees who care for them. The Dietary Technician maintains a clean and organized kitchen and break room, follows food-safety and sanitation practices, completes refrigerator temperature logs, and manages food and supply orders, deliveries, labeling, storage, and inventory. MKSA and KULA provide Early Intervention Day Treatment services to children with developmental disabilities, developmental delays, and medical needs. The role contributes to a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for children and families.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people.
Ability to work appropriately around children from birth through age 18 and families who may be at risk.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Basic computer proficiency, including databases, word-processing programs, spreadsheets, email, and internet-based software.
Ability to read and understand instructions, correspondence, menus, and company procedures.
Ability to prepare simple written correspondence and communicate effectively in individual and small-group settings.
Basic math and practical problem-solving skills.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Dependability, a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and willingness to support the team.
Careful attention to cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation.
Strong organization and time-management skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a busy environment.
Ability to follow menus, schedules, instructions, and established procedures.
Respect for children, families, and coworkers, and pride in completing work accurately and consistently.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of successful experience working with children who have developmental needs or are developmentally at risk; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks each day for an average enrollment of 51–75 children.
Deliver meals and snacks to each treatment room at designated times and help ensure they are handled and delivered safely and efficiently.
Provide weekly menus to treatment rooms and post the menu on the Parent Board.
Wash dishes, utensils, and equipment used during food preparation.
Keep the kitchen, break room, and appliances clean, neat, and organized.
Clean and defrost the milk box as required.
Complete and maintain accurate daily temperature logs for kitchen and break-room refrigerators.
Ensure employee food is not stored in refrigerators designated for patient food.
Wear gloves when handling food and wear a hairnet during food preparation; ensure other employees entering the kitchen during preparation also wear one.
Place food and supply orders with the designated vendor.
Receive and properly stock delivered orders.
Label food items with the date received before placing them in storage.
Maintain an accurate inventory of stocked items, monitor supplies, and communicate needs before essential items run out.