Childcare Center Cook

Cook Position at Inspire Early EducationAre you passionate about inspiring young minds? At Inspire Early Education, we foster a joyful, inclusive learning environment where both children and educators thrive. Join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and the magic of early learning.We're currently seeking experienced and caring individuals to join our team as cooks. As a cook, you will assist in the overall management of day-to-day operations of all food preparation and cooking in the kitchen.Locations:Inspire St. Peters/ O'Fallon: 8368 Mexico Rd. St. Peters, MO 63376 (6 hours in Kitchen, 2 hours in Classroom)Inspire O'Fallon: 2796 Highway K O'Fallon, MO 63368 (8 hours in Kitchen)Inspire Central O'Fallon: 123 Hutchings Farm Dr, O'Fallon, MO 63366 (8 hours in Kitchen)Why You'll Love Working with Us:Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insuranceWork-Life Support: Generous PTO, 401(k) with matchPerks That Make a Difference: Childcare discounts, Daily Pay appGrow with Us: Ongoing professional development + clear advancement pathsWhat You'll Do:Responsible for cooking, baking, and food preparationEnsure safe food storage and disposal, including maintaining temperature logs.Cook is responsible for preparing meals and snacks for children with special dietary needsMaintain children's allergy list regularly.Weekly ordering and receiving all food supplies and replenishing dishware and cookwareFollow food portioning guidelines and maintain appropriate food inventoryComplies with all health regulations and the company's best practicesUpkeep kitchen cleaning schedule, including dishwashing, daily, weekly, and monthly dutiesOccasionally required to prepare food for field trips, school-age programs, and community events.Duties and responsibilities may change from time to time on the needs of the daycare centers.Who You Are:Required:High School diploma/GED equivalency requiredValid driver's license and a clean driver's abstract.Current Food Handler Certification or willing to getClear background checks and up-to-date health assessments.Ability to push, pull and lift to 45 poundsStrong communication and teamwork skills.Ability to take initiative and problem-solve effectively.Preferred:Experience working with vulnerable populationsExperience working with children.Join us at Inspire Early Education and become part of a diverse and inclusive community committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.Inspire Early Education is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at View email address on click.appcast.io.