Child Care Center Cook - Childtime, Rancho Del Rey Pkwy

Learning Care Group; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nurturing environment where your culinary skills can shine! As a Food Specialist, you'll create delicious and nutritious meals for children while ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and well-being of young minds. With flexible hours and a supportive team, you can thrive in a position that values your creativity and commitment to quality. Experience the joy of making a difference in children's lives through wholesome food and a caring atmosphere.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401K with Company Match

Child Care Discount

Life and Disability Insurance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare home-style, nutritional meal plans for children.
• Follow daily menu and maintain food inventory.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking

Health and Safety Regulations

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Certification

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.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options
  • Food Specialist- $17.00-$21.00
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees, Limited medical offered for part-time workers
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance and child care discount available to all employees
• Monday through Friday work week.