Food Service Teacher (Cook)

Primrose School of Tampa Palms • Tampa, FL

6d • $16 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Do you love to cook healthy meals? Are you looking for a rewarding work atmosphere? Primrose School of Tampa Palms located at 5307 Primrose Lake Circle Tampa, FL 33647 is in search of a Food Service Teacher (Chef) who can prepare delicious, nutritious food. Primrose School of Tampa Palms is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience. We offer year-round programs for children from infant through elementary-aged school age.

Requirements

• Must meet basic requirements of local child care and food service regulatory agencies
• Ability to relate positively to young children is essential
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in quantity food preparation is preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintains a keen awareness of children that have allergies and food restrictions. Offers substitute items to children who may be allergic or have other food restrictions
• Ensures food service area and food is free of nuts, nut products or food items that have been processed in a facility that also processes nut products according to the policies and procedures of the Primrose School of Tampa Palms. Checks all food labels upon receipt to ensure compliance with this requirement
• Follows the daily menu prepared in collaboration with or by the Director
• Follows portion control standards for lunch and snacks in preparations
• Is adaptable and implements changes in menus, if instructed to do so
• Ensures that each meal is ready to be served when scheduled
• Assists with ordering food and is able to calculate the amount needed
• Maintains an orderly, clean and safe kitchen area at all times, including the proper maintenance of equipment
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions
• Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of Tampa Palms Employee Handbook
• Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed