Preschool Kitchen Assistant
About The Position
At LeafSpring Schools, we go beyond traditional child care. We create nurturing environments where children grow, learn, and thrive — and that starts with healthy, delicious meals prepared with care. We’re currently seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our school kitchen and help provide nutritious, balanced, and child-friendly meals each day. If you enjoy working in a positive school environment, take pride in keeping things clean and organized, and want to make a daily difference in children’s lives, we’d love to meet you! The Kitchen Assistant supports the Preschool Chef in preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks. This role helps maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen while ensuring food is prepared and served according to health and safety standards.
Requirements
- Experience in a kitchen, childcare, or food service setting preferred but not required
- Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and organization skills
- Ability to lift up to 40–50 lbs and stand for extended periods
- Dependable, positive, and team-oriented
- A genuine passion for working in an environment with young children
Nice To Haves
- School or daycare kitchen assistant
- Food service or hospitality experience
- Experience in cleaning and sanitation roles
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing and serving breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily
- Wash, cut, and prepare fruits, vegetables, and other food items
- Follow CACFP guidelines and all health and safety regulations
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen surfaces, equipment, and dishes
- Support proper food storage, labeling, and organization
- Assist with meal portioning and delivery to classrooms
- Follow allergy protocols and dietary restrictions carefully
- Help with receiving and organizing food deliveries
- Support the Chef with special events and school activities
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!
- Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts
- Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill
- Paid training
- Meals provided daily
- Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
