Child Care Kitchen Lead & Menu Planner (Morning 25h)

University of Central Missouri; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg seeks a food service assistant to devise and update weekly menus, prepare and serve meals for children at the ChildCare Centers, and maintain accurate records of food purchased and prepared. Responsibilities include creating menus, shopping lists, reviewing recipes for bulk production, and ensuring safe, clean kitchen operations.

Morning hours, Monday through Friday (25 hours/week, 7:00am–12:00pm); earliest start date is November 16, 2026; valid US

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of six (6) months’ experience in food preparation/cooking.
• Nutrition background/training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast and lunch following established menu, serving sizes and times.
• Create weekly menus and shopping lists.
• Review and revise current recipes for bulk food production.
• Maintain weekly food purchases and production records daily.
• Analyze menus to be cost-effective and manage inventory.
• Oversee kitchen sanitation and safety, and assist with laundry when needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Nutrition knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg seeks a food service assistant to devise and update weekly menus, prepare and serve meals for children at the ChildCare Centers, and maintain accurate records of food purchased and prepared. Responsibilities include creating menus, shopping lists, reviewing recipes for bulk production, and ensuring safe, clean kitchen operations.

Morning hours, Monday through Friday (25 hours/week, 7:00am–12:00pm); earliest start date is November 16, 2026; valid US