CACFP Prep Cook for Childcare Kitchen | Sign-On Bonus

Center for Transforming Lives; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Sign-On Bonus $300

Job summary

The Center for Transforming Lives is seeking a Prep Cook to assist the lead cook in preparing nutritious meals for children and staff in a childcare setting, adhering to CACFP guidelines and state standards. The role involves timely meal service, kitchen sanitation, and record-keeping.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, lightweight cooking experience in child care or school settings, and a Texas Food Handlers Card or ability to obtain it within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of meal preparation for CACFP/childcare settings.
• Basic math for portions and measurements.
• Ability to follow guidelines and maintain health/safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to providing quality early learning environment through food preparation.
• Support preparation of nutritious meals according to CACFP guidelines.
• Serve meals to classrooms on time and at the correct temperature.
• Maintain a clean kitchen and storage area and monitor temperatures/expirations.
• Complete CACFP records and daily production reports with lead cook.
• Be available to parents/guardians and respond professionally to concerns.
• Protect privacy and confidentiality of families and staff.

Skills

Food safety

Meal preparation

Kitchen sanitation

Attention to detail

Math basics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Texas Food Handlers Card

Job description

The Center for Transforming Lives is seeking a Prep Cook to assist the lead cook in preparing nutritious meals for children and staff in a childcare setting, adhering to CACFP guidelines and state standards. The role involves timely meal service, kitchen sanitation, and record-keeping.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, lightweight cooking experience in child care or school settings, and a Texas Food Handlers Card or ability to obtain it within 30 days.