Cook

Eventus Education, LLC.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Eventus Education, LLC. in Jacksonville, FL seeks a cook to plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals for children, meeting CACFP and state guidelines.

You will ensure a clean, sanitary kitchen and coordinate meal times with teachers for students in the program. The role requires a high school diploma (culinary training preferred), knowledge of nutrition and safe food handling, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nutrition and child dietary needs.
• Safe food handling practices and health standards.
• Ability to meet state/local health department requirements (e.g., food handler’s permit).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily meals and snacks under CACFP guidelines (if applicable).
• Accommodate children’s allergies, special dietary needs, and cultural food preferences.
• Maintain food inventory; order and stock supplies within budget.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices at all times.
• Keep kitchen and food preparation areas clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
• Accurately record menus, meal counts, and food temperatures as required by licensing and/or program standards.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to coordinate meal and snack schedules.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings as needed.
• Uphold confidentiality, professionalism, and the mission of the preschool.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Food safety & sanitation

Organizational skills

Time management

Lift 40 lbs & stand

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training preferred

Job description

The Cook is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals and snacks that meet state licensing regulations and federal guidelines for food programs. This role ensures a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment while supporting the overall health and well-being of children enrolled in the program.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily meals and snacks under USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines (if applicable).
• Accommodate children’s allergies, special dietary needs, and cultural food preferences.
• Maintain food inventory; order and stock supplies within budget.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices at all times.
• Keep kitchen and food preparation areas clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
• Accurately record menus, meal counts, and food temperatures as required by licensing and/or program standards.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to coordinate meal and snack schedules.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings as needed.
• Uphold confidentiality, professionalism, and the mission of the preschool.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training preferred.
• Previous experience as a cook in a childcare, school, or institutional setting preferred.
• Knowledge of nutrition, child dietary needs, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to meet state/local health department requirements (e.g., food handler’s permit).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.