Childcare Cook

Overview
Join our vibrant team as a Childcare Cook, where your culinary talents will create nourishing, delicious meals that support the growth and well-being of children in our care. This role offers an exciting opportunity to combine your passion for food with your dedication to fostering a safe and nurturing environment. As a Childcare Cook, you will be responsible for preparing healthy, appealing meals that meet dietary guidelines of the Federal Food Program while maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. Your knowledge and effort in food preparation will directly contribute to the happiness and health of our young friends.

Duties

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals and snacks tailored to children's dietary needs, ensuring all food handling and safety protocols are followed.
• Follow weekly menus that balance variety, nutrition, and appeal
• Assist with food service during meal times, ensuring proper portioning and presentation to encourage positive eating habits.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, adhering to sanitation standards established by health regulations.
• Collaborate with management to accommodate special dietary requirements or allergies, providing safe alternatives as needed.
• Manage inventory levels of kitchen supplies and ingredients, communicating to management when items are needed to ensure the proper flow of the kitchen
• Support teachers as needed in classrooms.

Requirements

• Background in meal preparation, and food service within a childcare or similar setting is advantageous
• Able to work a 7:00 am - 1:00 pm, Monday - Friday Schedule. Small Adjustments may be able to be accommodated for the right applicant.
• Hands-on culinary experience in the food industry is a plus
• Knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation practices, and proper food storage methods.
• Ability to prepare appealing meals efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Strong organizational skills for managing kitchen operations, inventory, and meal schedules.
• Excellent communication skills to work collaboratively with team members and support children’s nutritional needs. Embark on a rewarding journey where your culinary expertise transforms mealtime into a joyful experience for children!

At our Childcare center, the cook also helps with occasional lunch relief. This position requires a level two background check, which is performed through the DCF Clearing House. Online DCF Childcare Classes will have to be taken as well in order to help with lunch relief occasionally and help to provide support to the teachers as needed.

We look forward to welcoming you into our team!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 35.0 per week

Work Location: In person