Assistant Cook

The Goddard School; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in early childhood education in Fort Wayne is seeking a Cook. The role involves managing food budgets, preparing healthy menus for preschool-age children, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must have experience in food preparation and be ServSafe Certified. This position offers a chance to contribute to a fun and educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation for preschool-age children.
• Ability to create and manage food budgets.
• Clearing of required background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Manage the food budget for the school.
• Prepare healthy menu options for children.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Maintain portion sizes as required.
• Order necessary food supplies.
• Ordering food and paper products
• Assisting in other areas as assigned

Skills

Budget management

Menu preparation

Food safety compliance

Portion control

Patience and courtesy

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

The Goddard School located in Fort Wayne is seeking a Cook. The Goddard School is a leader in child care and provides high-quality early childhood education. We believe in education and fun!

Candidates must be able to create and manage a budget, prepare menus, and calculate portions. Experience is needed to prepare lunch and snacks following nutritional guidelines for preschool-age children.

Responsibilities

• Managing the food budget
• Ensuring the safe handling and preparation of all food
• Preparing a menu that includes healthy lunch and snack selections, serving breakfast
• Ensuring that menus are in compliance with state and federal regulations at all times
• Maintaining appropriate portion sizes
• Ordering food and paper products
• Assisting in other areas as assigned

Job Requirements

• Must clear state required background checks and drug screen
• Applicants should be patient, courteous, and professional with the children, parents, and co-workers
• ServSafe Certified