Childcare Cook

Kids First Learning Center; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Dental, Medical, Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

Kids First Strongsville is seeking an enthusiastic Cook/Dietary Aide to join our licensed childcare team. A high school diploma or GED is required, and the ability to pass background checks is essential. Prior kitchen experience is a plus, and candidates should be prepared for a Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm schedule.

Compensation ranges from $13 to $16 per hour, depending on experience. We offer competitive pay, paid trainings, comprehensive benefits including dental, medical, and vision, a 401k

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass all background checks.
• Previous kitchen experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals meeting program requirements.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen environment.
• Manage monthly inventory of food and non-food items and place orders as needed.
• Assist in classrooms by relieving teachers for breaks when required.
• Assist in physical activities with children as needed and ensure safety.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Early Childhood Cook/Dietary Aide

Kids First Strongsville is a licensed childcare center seeking a Cook/Dietary Aide! This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, energetic candidate who is passionate about early childhood education.

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous kitchen experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Compensation: $13 - $16 per hour, based on experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our staff!

Our Hiring Process:

1. Resume screen
2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
4. Offer

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for preparing nutritious well-balanced meals, that meet food program requirements for items served.
• Oversee the maintenance of a clean, orderly, and sanitary kitchen.
• Manage monthly inventory on non-food items, such as cups, plates etc. as well as all food items needed for the food service order; disperse groceries, food service, and paper supply order to appropriate areas of the building.
• Request items within budget for additional equipment needed to help maintain the kitchen and mealtimes on track and turn in request to the Center Director.
• Assist in the classrooms as needed by relieving teachers for breaks and being an additional support resource.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

Kids First Learning Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.