Child Kitchen Cook - Nutritious CACFP Meals for Kids

Florence Crittenton; Helena, Northern (MT, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Retirement match

Early Fridays

Job summary

Florence Crittenton is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children ages 0–5 in a licensed early childhood program. You will ensure CACFP compliance, manage records, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen.

The role involves collaboration with teachers, dietary accommodations, and occasional classroom support for full-time staff. Qualifications include a high school diploma, food safety knowledge, and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and healthy meal planning.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Able to work independently while collaborating with a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals and snacks meeting CACFP requirements.
• Accommodate special dietary needs and allergies.
• Maintain meal counts, production records, and CACFP documentation.
• Follow food safety standards for storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Monitor inventory and manage purchases within budget.
• Keep kitchen clean, organized and safe; support classroom activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to promote healthy eating.
• Participate in staff meetings and licensing/health compliance.

Skills

Food safety

Organizational skills

Recordkeeping

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Reliability

Background check readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Florence Crittenton is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children ages 0–5 in a licensed early childhood program. You will ensure CACFP compliance, manage records, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen.

The role involves collaboration with teachers, dietary accommodations, and occasional classroom support for full-time staff. Qualifications include a high school diploma, food safety knowledge, and reliable attendance.