Cocinero

Over The Rainbow Child Care Center; Canton (MS); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid time off

Free meals and snacks

Training & development

Zusammenfassung

Over The Rainbow Child Care Center in Canton, MS is seeking a caring Cook to prepare nutritious, kid-friendly meals daily. You will contribute to the health and happiness of the children by following established CACFP guidelines and ensuring safe food handling, proper portions, and timely meal service.

The role requires experience in food service or childcare cooking, a food handler's certification or willingness to obtain one, and a warm, collaborative approach within a busy classroom

Qualifikationen

• Experience in food service or childcare food prep preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and proper handling.
• CACFP guidelines familiarity is a plus.
• Ability to prepare meals for large groups.
• Willingness to obtain a food handler's certification if needed.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and cook nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks daily.
• Follow CACFP meal guidelines and portion requirements.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen environment.
• Monitor food inventory and assist with ordering supplies.
• Adhere to storage and temperature control regulations.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
• Coordinate meal timing with the center's daily schedule.

Kenntnisse

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Caring demeanor

Background check compliance

Ausbildung

Food handler's certification

Tools

CACFP guidelines

Jobbeschreibung

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Free food & snacks
• Training & development

About the Role

Over The Rainbow Child Care Center in Canton, MS is looking for a passionate and dedicated Cook to join our team! In this role, you’ll play a vital part in the health and happiness of the children in our care by preparing nutritious, delicious meals every day. If you love cooking and have a heart for kids, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks for children daily
• Follow USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) meal guidelines and portion requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment at all times
• Monitor food inventory and assist with ordering supplies as needed
• Adhere to food safety and handling regulations, including proper storage and temperature control
• Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special nutritional needs of children
• Coordinate meal timing to align with the center's daily schedule

Requirements

• Prior experience in food service, institutional cooking, or childcare food preparation preferred
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and proper food handling practices
• Familiarity with CACFP nutritional guidelines is a plus
• Ability to manage time effectively and prepare meals for large groups
• Food handler's certification or willingness to obtain one upon hire
• Warm, caring demeanor with a genuine love for working in a child-centered environment
• Ability to pass a background check as required for childcare facilities

About Us

Over The Rainbow Child Care Center is a trusted childcare provider in Canton, MS, dedicated to nurturing young minds in a safe, loving, and stimulating environment. Families choose us because we treat every child like our own, providing quality care and early education they can count on. Our staff enjoys a supportive, team-oriented workplace where their contributions truly make a difference in the lives of children and families every single day.