Child Care Center Cook, Everbrook Academy of Manhattan (Murray Hill)

Learning Care Group; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is seeking a dedicated Food Specialist to join their team. This exciting role involves preparing nutritious meals for children while adhering to health and safety regulations. You'll have the opportunity to create meal plans, maintain inventory, and even assist in classrooms. Enjoy a flexible schedule with no nights or weekends, and benefit from a supportive environment that values your contributions. With ongoing training and education assistance, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in their culinary career while making a positive impact on children's lives.

Benefits

50% Childcare Discount

Immediate Health Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedule

Positive Workplace Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking and food prep for multiple individuals in childcare.
• Willingness to learn and follow state and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare home-style, nutritional meal plans for children.
• Maintain inventory and assist in classrooms as needed.

Skills

Cooking

Food Preparation

Adaptability

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Inventory Management Systems

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

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 & Benefits:

• Pay $16.00 - $18.00 hourly, Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options; based on Position, Education and Experience / any other compensation offered.
• Immediate Health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.
• Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees.
• Monday-Friday work week.

Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.