Child Care Kitchen Lead: Nutritious Meals & Flexibility

La Petite Academy; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate benefits

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Credential assistance

Master Teacher Program

Job summary

Learning Care seeks a Food Specialist to manage meals for the school, ensuring home-style, nutritious options within budget and menu constraints. You will follow the Director's menu to meet USDA and licensing rules while keeping kitchen inventory in check.

You may assist in classrooms as needed, and participate in ongoing training and credential support offered by the company. This role is centered on care for children and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Create home-style, nutritional meal plans within the school menu and budget, and prepare meals/snacks for children and staff.
• Follow the daily menu provided by the Director, incorporating USDA, licensing, and health department regulations.
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking for children

Food preparation

Flexibility

Job description

Learning Care seeks a Food Specialist to manage meals for the school, ensuring home-style, nutritious options within budget and menu constraints. You will follow the Director's menu to meet USDA and licensing rules while keeping kitchen inventory in check.

You may assist in classrooms as needed, and participate in ongoing training and credential support offered by the company. This role is centered on care for children and teamwork.