Child Care Cook & Food Specialist — Flexible Hours

Learning Care Group; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

401(k) company match

Tuition reimbursement

Credential assistance

Master Teacher Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Learning Care Group is seeking a Food Specialist to manage all food preparation for the school's enrolled children, adapting menus within budget and state/federal requirements. The role supports healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks and ensures meals align with the daily schedule.

Responsibilities include planning home-style menus, following USDA/licensing guidelines, maintaining inventory, ordering supplies, and assisting in classrooms as needed; a team-focused, safety-conscious approach is

Qualifications

• Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility.
• Willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
• Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.

Responsibilities

• Create home-style, nutritious meals within budget and school menu; prepare meals for children and staff.
• Follow daily menus that meet USDA, licensing, and health department guidelines.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking & food prep

Health & safety

Flexibility

Classroom support

Job description

Learning Care Group is seeking a Food Specialist to manage all food preparation for the school's enrolled children, adapting menus within budget and state/federal requirements. The role supports healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks and ensures meals align with the daily schedule.

Responsibilities include planning home-style menus, following USDA/licensing guidelines, maintaining inventory, ordering supplies, and assisting in classrooms as needed; a team-focused, safety-conscious approach is