Preschool Cook
About The Position
Are you passionate about working with preschool children? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Preschool Cook to join our team as an ambassador of happiness. As a Preschool Cook with us, you'll play a key role in making a difference in the lives of children, their families, and communities by cooking daily nutritious meals. You will: Plan, prepare, and cook healthy and delicious meals for preschool children that meet proper nutritional requirements. Maintain and track food allergies for each child in our center, ensuring their safety, and communicate any identified allergies to teachers daily with every food delivery. Follow proper food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures to ensure food is stored properly. Collaborate with the Center Leadership team to purchase all necessary food and supplies and keep inventory records as local and state agencies require. Provide excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards parents and children, listen, and communicate effectively. Be flexible and adaptable to the daily business needs of a childcare center.
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1+ year of experience in food preparation and cooking.
- A food handling certificate (REQUIRED)
- The ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and cook healthy and delicious meals for preschool children that meet proper nutritional requirements.
- Maintain and track food allergies for each child in our center, ensuring their safety, and communicate any identified allergies to teachers daily with every food delivery.
- Follow proper food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures to ensure food is stored properly.
- Collaborate with the Center Leadership team to purchase all necessary food and supplies and keep inventory records as local and state agencies require.
- Provide excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards parents and children, listen, and communicate effectively.
- Be flexible and adaptable to the daily business needs of a childcare center.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
