School Kitchen Staff

The Gardner School • Arlington, VA

1d • $16 - $22

About The Position

The School Kitchen Staff member works in the kitchen at The Gardner School of Arlington, preparing meals for a preschool community. The role includes confirming weekly menus with the school director, managing inventory and food orders, preparing and cooking meals, and ensuring food is served at the correct temperature. The employee maintains a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen, washes dishes, and follows state and federal food-safety, sanitation, and nutrition guidelines. The position also requires knowledge of dietary allergies, reliable attendance, and occasional short-term assistance in classrooms or other areas. The role may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

The Gardner School describes its facility as state-of-the-art and its team as passionate and professional, with opportunities for employee growth and valued contributions. The listed pay range is $16.36–$22.14, based on experience and qualifications. The posting notes no late nights or weekends and says holidays are off.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of dietary allergies and food-safety regulations.
• Previous experience in food preparation and cooking, including large-volume cooking.
• Proficiency in various cooking techniques and methods.
• Experience with menu planning and meal preparation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time-management and multitasking abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Physical ability to bend, squat, lift up to 60 pounds, and stand or walk for extended periods.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current SafeServe certification, or willingness to obtain it.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must enjoy working with young children.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Knowledge of food-safety regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Confirm weekly menus with the school director.
• Adhere to the school's budgetary needs.
• Maintain inventory and complete weekly food and supply orders.
• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus.
• Ensure food is cooked and served at the correct temperature.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen area.
• Wash dishes.
• Follow state and federal food-safety, sanitation, and nutrition guidelines.
• Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Help in classrooms and other areas for short periods as needed.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Apply knowledge of dietary allergies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus other benefits to fit individual needs.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Childcare tuition discount for toddlers and up.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Holidays off.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED