Childcare Cook Nutrition Assistant

The Learning Experience; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Learning Experience Dallas is seeking a dedicated Cook to support daily food service and center operations. You will prepare healthy meals and snacks for our children, maintain a clean kitchen and pantry, and deliver meals to classrooms on time.

This role requires early hours and team collaboration, with opening shifts potentially starting at 6:30 a.m. Qualification basics include a High School Diploma or GED, Food Handler certification (or willingness to obtain), CPR/First Aid (or

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in food preparation, kitchen maintenance, or childcare setting preferred.
• Food Handler certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Available to work between 6:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., with hours subject to center needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve two snacks and one lunch daily, following nutritional guidelines and allergy-safe practices.
• Deliver meals to classrooms in a timely and hygienic manner.
• Wash dishes, sanitize kitchen equipment, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen and pantry area.
• Take out pantry/kitchen trash and uphold cleanliness standards throughout the kitchen and food storage areas.
• Assist in opening the center (potentially as early as 6:30 a.m.) and support classroom staff with scheduled breaks when needed.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations including food handling and sanitation protocols.
• Communicate with the director and teachers to ensure meal timing and classroom needs are met.

Skills

Food preparation

Time management

Team player

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Handler certification (or willingness to obtain)

CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

Compensation: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Job Summary

Come Join Us at The Learning Experience Dallas Frankford where our mission is to make a difference in the life of a child, their families, and the community we serve. We are currently seeking a dedicated and reliable Cook to support our daily food service and center operations. This role plays a critical part in creating a nurturing environment by preparing healthy meals and snacks for our children and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen and pantry space.

This position requires flexibility and a team-oriented mindset, as the cook may also support with opening the center and providing teacher breaks when needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve two snacks and one lunch daily, following nutritional guidelines and allergy-safe practices.
• Deliver meals to classrooms in a timely and hygienic manner.
• Wash dishes, sanitize kitchen equipment, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen and pantry area.
• Take out pantry/kitchen trash and uphold cleanliness standards throughout the kitchen and food storage areas.
• Assist in opening the center (potentially as early as 6:30 a.m.) and support classroom staff with scheduled breaks when needed.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations including food handling and sanitation protocols.
• Communicate with the director and teachers to ensure meal timing and classroom needs are met.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Experience in food preparation, kitchen maintenance, or childcare setting preferred
• Food Handler certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Positive, team-player attitude with strong time management and multitasking abilities
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Must be available to work between 6:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., with hours subject to adjustment based on center needs.