Childcare Kitchen Specialist: Healthy Meals & Growth

Learning Care Group, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Learning Care Group, Inc. is seeking a Food Specialist: a Cook responsible for overall meal prep for enrolled children, adapting to menu changes and schedules. You’ll prepare home-style meals and snacks, ensure health and safety standards, and support classroom activities.

The role emphasizes following USDA/licensing guidelines, maintaining inventory, and collaborating with staff to provide nourishing meals in a daycare setting.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking/food prep for multiple individuals in a childcare facility preferred.
• Willingness to learn and follow state/local regulations.
• Flexible hours and schedule.
• Ability to work in a team and adapt to menu changes.

Responsibilities

• Create home-style, nutritious meals within the school's menu and budget.
• Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute to classrooms.
• Follow daily menu and comply with USDA/licensing/health dept regulations.
• Maintain inventory and assist in classrooms as needed.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Job description

Learning Care Group, Inc. is seeking a Food Specialist: a Cook responsible for overall meal prep for enrolled children, adapting to menu changes and schedules. You’ll prepare home-style meals and snacks, ensure health and safety standards, and support classroom activities.

The role emphasizes following USDA/licensing guidelines, maintaining inventory, and collaborating with staff to provide nourishing meals in a daycare setting.