Child Care Kitchen Chef - Healthy Meals, Flexible Hours

Learning Care Group; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Certification support

Paid time off

Job summary

Learning Care Group is seeking a Food Specialist in a childcare setting to plan and prepare nutritious meals for enrolled children while following the school menu and regulatory guidelines. You will manage food distribution to classrooms and assist in keeping a safe, organized kitchen and inventory.

The role supports staff with meal preparation and may involve classroom assistance as needed. The position offers a Monday-Friday schedule with comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, and

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for multiple individuals in a childcare facility preferred.
• Willingness to learn and adhere to state and local regulations.
• Flexibility with hours and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Create home-style, nutritious meals within school menu and budget.
• Prepare meals and snacks for children and staff and distribute to classrooms.
• Follow daily menu incorporating USDA/licensing/health department regulations.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food safety

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Job description

Learning Care Group is seeking a Food Specialist in a childcare setting to plan and prepare nutritious meals for enrolled children while following the school menu and regulatory guidelines. You will manage food distribution to classrooms and assist in keeping a safe, organized kitchen and inventory.

The role supports staff with meal preparation and may involve classroom assistance as needed. The position offers a Monday-Friday schedule with comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, and