Child Care Center Cook

Learning Care Group; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nurturing environment where your culinary skills can shine! As a Food Specialist, you'll create delicious, home-style meals for children while ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. This role is not just about cooking; it's about making a positive impact in the lives of children. You'll have the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive team, where your contributions are valued. If you're passionate about food and child care, this is the perfect opportunity to blend both in a fulfilling career.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking for children in a childcare setting preferred.
• Willingness to learn state and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Create nutritional meal plans and prepare meals for children.
• Follow health and safety regulations while cooking.
• Maintain inventory and assist in classrooms as needed.

Skills

Food Preparation

Nutritional Meal Planning

Inventory Management

Adaptability

Education

Experience in Cooking/Food Preparation

Job description

This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every 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.