Cook

Child Development Schools; Pooler (GA); Presencial; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Child Development Schools is seeking a Cook for our Westside Blvd location in Pooler, GA. You will prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children, follow CACFP guidelines, and ensure kitchen safety and cleanliness.

You will manage meal timing for multiple classrooms, coordinate with center leadership, and support staff as needed. A high school diploma or GED and a food handler's permit are required; background check clearance is also needed.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Background check clearance required.
• Valid food handler's permit or ability to obtain prior to start.
• Experience in food preparation or food service preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children per CACFP guidelines.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation, storage procedures, and safety standards.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions for enrolled children.
• Track meal counts, inventory, and communicate needs to center leadership.
• Maintain equipment and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Support classroom staff during non-kitchen hours as needed.

Conhecimentos

Food prep

Kitchen operations

Food service

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description

Cook: Westside Blvd- Pooler, GA

Your role

As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the health and wellbeing of the children in our care. Every meal and snack you prepare is a direct investment in a child's growth, energy, and development. You will work in a fast-paced but purposeful kitchen environment, preparing nutritious food that meets the needs of young children and the standards of our program.

What your day looks like:

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) guidelines
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures to maintain a clean and compliant kitchen
• Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special needs as documented for enrolled children
• Track meal counts, food inventory, and supply needs and communicate with center leadership
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance needs promptly
• Support classroom staff during non-kitchen hours as needed, assisting with activities and supervision

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a background check
• Valid food handler's permit (or ability to obtain one prior to start)
• Experience in food preparation, kitchen operations, or food service
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage meal timing for multiple classrooms
• Physical ability to meet the demands of a kitchen environment including standing for extended periods, lifting, and working with heat
• Genuine care for the wellbeing of children and a positive, team-oriented attitude

Prior experience cooking for children or in an institutional food service setting is a plus.

About Child Development Schools

Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with 270+ centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children ages six weeks to twelve years. We are committed to providing high-quality developmental education and supporting the families and communities we serve.

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. Child Development Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.