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Preschool Cook Assistant- Town Madison

Ardent Preschool & Daycare•Madison, AL

About The Position

Ardent Preschool and Daycare is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Cook Assistant to support daily meal preparation in its preschool kitchen. This is a support position in a childcare setting, not a restaurant or chef role. Working under the direction of the Preschool Cook and Director, the Cook Assistant helps prepare, portion, and serve meals and snacks for young children while maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment. The position has a daytime schedule in a structured, team-based preschool setting, with no weekends. The listed pay is $14.00–$16.00 per hour.

Requirements

  • Must pass a background check.
  • Ability to follow instructions and established procedures.
  • Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior kitchen or food preparation experience is preferred.
  • ServSafe certification is preferred, or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with preparing breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
  • Portion and distribute meals to classrooms.
  • Wash dishes and sanitize kitchen equipment.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
  • Follow established menus and food safety guidelines.
  • Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries.
  • Follow state and USDA food safety requirements.

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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Daycare Assistant salary in the US is approximately $37,000 per year, with a typical range of $27,000 to $48,000.
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