Childcare Kitchen Chef: Nutritious Meals & Growth

Growing Steps Childcare and Learning Center; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Growing Steps Childcare and Learning Center in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Kitchen Chef dedicated to preparing nutritious meals for young children. You will ensure meals meet CACFP guidelines while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen and managing inventory.

The role emphasizes accommodating dietary restrictions and working within a structured daily schedule to support children’s health and well-being through balanced meals.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or childcare kitchen.
• Knowledge of CACFP guidelines preferred.
• Valid Food Handler's Certificate/ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain.
• Ability to manage time within a structured daily schedule.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily nutritious meals and snacks for children.
• Follow CACFP meal pattern requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Monitor and manage food inventory; minimize waste.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies of individual children.
• Coordinate meal schedules with childcare staff.
• Ensure proper food storage, handling, and temperature control per health codes.

Skills

Food service experience

Time management

Attention to detail

Child health advocate

Education

Food Handler's Certificate/ ServSafe Certification

Job description

Growing Steps Childcare and Learning Center in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Kitchen Chef dedicated to preparing nutritious meals for young children. You will ensure meals meet CACFP guidelines while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen and managing inventory.

The role emphasizes accommodating dietary restrictions and working within a structured daily schedule to support children’s health and well-being through balanced meals.