Childcare Kitchen & Meal Service Specialist

Circleoffriendscdc; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle of Friends Child Development Center is seeking a dependable Food Service Worker to support daily meal and snack services for young children. You will receive prepared meals, portion and distribute them to classrooms, and help keep the kitchen clean and sanitary.

This on-site role requires attention to food safety, the ability to follow procedures, and teamwork with classroom staff and the Site Director.

Qualifications

• Previous food service, kitchen, or childcare experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling practices.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and attentive to detail.

Responsibilities

• Receive, portion, and distribute prepared meals and snacks.
• Prepare serving carts and ensure timely classroom meal delivery.
• Follow food allergy, dietary accommodation, and food safety procedures.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, dishes, and food service areas.
• Monitor food temperatures and maintain required documentation.
• Complete daily kitchen cleaning checklists and meal service records.
• Communicate supply needs and food service concerns to the Site Director.

Skills

Food service experience

Kitchen knowledge

Food safety

Time management

Reliability

Attention to detail

Job description

Circle of Friends Child Development Center is seeking a dependable Food Service Worker to support daily meal and snack services for young children. You will receive prepared meals, portion and distribute them to classrooms, and help keep the kitchen clean and sanitary.

This on-site role requires attention to food safety, the ability to follow procedures, and teamwork with classroom staff and the Site Director.