Child Care Center Cook

Learning Care Group

Job Description

This is more than just a daycare job. It's a journey, where you learn, grow, thriveand playevery day. Working at a childcare center is something special.

The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school's enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules.

As a Food Specialist, you will be:

At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms.
Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.
Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Job Requirements:

Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred.
A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay $16.22-$16.85 hourly, Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options; based on Position, Education and Experience / any other compensation offered
Immediate Health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.
Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees
Monday-Friday work week

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