School Kitchen Staff
The Gardner School•Brentwood, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
We are hiring for a School Kitchen Staff position at The Gardner School of Brentwood! We have an exciting opportunity for a School Kitchen Staff position working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of Brentwood, we believe learning begins with love — for children, for teaching, and for making a difference. Join our passionate, professional team in our state-of-the-art preschool, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated every day.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of dietary allergies and food safety regulations.
- Previous experience in food preparation and cooking, including large volume cooking.
- Proficient 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
- Possess a 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 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
- Dishwashing
- Follow food state and federal safety, sanitation and nutrition guidelines
- Perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Help in classrooms and other areas for short periods of time as needed
- Regular and reliable attendance
- Must have dietary allergy knowledge
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance + other benefits to fit your unique needs
- 401k Retirement Plan with Employer match
- Childcare tuition discount for toddlers and up
- PTO, plus your birthday and holidays off!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
