Child Care Kitchen Technician (Part-time)

Gundersen Health System; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Emplify Health is seeking a Child Care Kitchen Technician to prepare and serve nutritious meals for children in a safe, clean kitchen environment. This part-time role includes a 24-hour work week with a Monday, Wednesday, and Friday schedule at the onsite Child Care Center.

You will maintain sanitation, manage inventory, and support meal service while accommodating dietary needs. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are included.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous food service, kitchen, dietary, childcare, or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with childcare center guidelines and nutritional standards.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation, including food preparation areas, equipment, and storage spaces.
• Follow food safety procedures, proper handling practices, and state licensing requirements.
• Monitor inventory, rotate supplies, and assist with ordering food and kitchen products.
• Accommodate special dietary needs and allergies as directed.
• Collaborate with childcare staff to support meal service and promote a positive dining experience for children.

Skills

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food service experience

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

We're not just filling positions, we're building careers. At Emplify Health, we care for our teams, while they care for their communities. Whether you are just starting out or looking for a change, Emplify Health supports you now and into the future. Join us and find out how a little empathy changes everything.

We are seeking a Child Care Kitchen Technician to join our growing and thriving organization. This is your opportunity to support the health and well-being of the children we serve by ensuring nutritious meals are prepared and served in a safe, clean, and welcoming environment!

What's Available:

• 0.6 FTE (24 hours/week)

• Monday, Wednesday, & Friday - 7:30 am-4:00 pm

• Location: Onsite, Child Care Center

• Part-time opportunity with a consistent weekday schedule

What you will do:

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with childcare center guidelines and nutritional standards.

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation, including food preparation areas, equipment, and storage spaces.

• Follow food safety procedures, proper handling practices, and state licensing requirements.

• Monitor inventory, rotate supplies, and assist with ordering food and kitchen products.

• Accommodate special dietary needs and allergies as directed.

• Collaborate with childcare staff to support meal service and promote a positive dining experience for children.

What you will get:

• Starting pay of $16.47/hour + more for experience!

• Top-notch benefits: 401(k) with matching, paid time off, competitive health insurance, wellness programs to keep you and your family healthy, tuition reimbursement, and more

• Career Growth/CDC - Growth opportunities and access to Emplify Health's Career Development Center to help you navigate your career

What you need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous food service, kitchen, dietary, childcare, or related experience preferred.

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

• Ability to work independently while maintaining organization and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to meet physical requirements related to standing, lifting, and food preparation activities.

Emplify Health, a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System, is a leading not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network based in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. With 11 hospitals and over 100 clinics, we serve 67 cities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [e-mail] or call 608-775-0267.

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values - belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility - our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer