Center Kitchen & Facility Specialist

Building Blocks Learning Center; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Building Blocks Learning Center in Scranton, PA is seeking a reliable Center Cook/Facility Person to support daily operations. This dual-role position prepares nutritious meals and snacks for children while assisting in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of the facility.

The ideal candidate has experience in food preparation, attention to detail, and a commitment to healthy, safe environments for children and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation in a school, daycare, or similar setting.
• Ability to follow menus and dietary guidelines.
• Strong cleanliness and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks per the menu and dietary needs.
• Maintain sanitary food prep areas and proper food handling.
• Manage kitchen inventory and order items within budget.
• Follow health standards for storage and cooking temps.
• Coordinate meal times with classroom schedules.
• Communicate allergies or dietary concerns with families.
• Clean kitchen equipment and work areas daily.
• Assist daily cleaning and upkeep of classrooms, bathrooms, and common areas.
• Perform light maintenance and minor repairs as needed.
• Monitor safety of facilities and playgrounds.
• Assist Center Director with facility needs and repairs.
• Help set up rooms for events and daily use.
• Manage waste disposal and recycling efforts.
• Follow safety protocols for cleaning chemicals and equipment.

Skills

Nutritious meals prep

Food safety & sanitation

Budgeting/inventory

Team communication

Light maintenance & lifting

Job description

Building Blocks Learning Center in Scranton, PA is seeking a reliable Center Cook/Facility Person to support daily operations. This dual-role position prepares nutritious meals and snacks for children while assisting in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of the facility.

The ideal candidate has experience in food preparation, attention to detail, and a commitment to healthy, safe environments for children and staff.