Child Care Kitchen & Nutrition Specialist

Learning Care; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Benefits access

Health programs

401(k) match

Training & tuition reimbursement

Master Teacher Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Learning Care in Virginia Midlothian is seeking a Food Specialist to oversee kitchen operations for our school’s enrolled children. You will create home-style, nutritious meals that align with the school menu, budget, and relevant state/federal requirements, while supporting staff and classrooms.

In this role, you’ll follow USDA/licensing guidelines, maintain inventory, and assist in classrooms as needed. We offer a supportive team, ongoing training, and opportunities for growth within our

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create home-style, nutritious meals within the school menu and budget, and prepare meals for children and staff.
• Follow daily menus that meet USDA/licensing/regulations.
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies and reorder as needed.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking/food prep experience

Willingness to learn

Flexibility with hours

Job description

Learning Care in Virginia Midlothian is seeking a Food Specialist to oversee kitchen operations for our school’s enrolled children. You will create home-style, nutritious meals that align with the school menu, budget, and relevant state/federal requirements, while supporting staff and classrooms.

In this role, you’ll follow USDA/licensing guidelines, maintain inventory, and assist in classrooms as needed. We offer a supportive team, ongoing training, and opportunities for growth within our