Chef / Kitchen Manager Childcare Center

The Goddard School of Overland Park (Stonepost), KS; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School of Overland Park (Stonepost), KS is seeking a School Cook to lead daily culinary operations for a childcare setting. You will plan nutritious, kid-friendly meals, maintain a clean, compliant kitchen, and manage inventory and budgets.

Responsibilities include menu development, portioning for children, safety and sanitation compliance, ordering groceries, and documenting temperatures and expenses to meet licensing standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume food preparation, preferably in a childcare or school setting.
• Current Food Handler’s or ServSafe Certification required.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Knowledge of state licensing requirements and nutritional standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious, kid-friendly meals.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen per health regulations.
• Develop weekly menus meeting nutritional guidelines.
• Coordinate grocery orders and maintain cold chain for perishables.
• Manage inventory and kitchen budget within approved limits.
• Maintain records of temperatures, inventory usage and expenses.
• Perform daily and weekly deep cleaning of equipment and surfaces.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Menu planning

Inventory management

Team coordination

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The Goddard School is seeking a School Cook to manage our daily culinary operations. You will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious, kid-friendly meals while maintaining a high standard of kitchen safety and sanitation. The ideal candidate blends culinary expertise with strong organizational skills to manage inventory and meet all regulatory requirements.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Menu & Nutrition: Develop and execute weekly menus that meet nutritional guidelines and licensing requirements. Modify recipes to accommodate specific dietary restrictions.
2. Kitchen Operations: Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks using established recipes. Ensure portion sizes are age-appropriate to promote healthy habits and minimize waste.
3. Compliance & Safety: Maintain a "Health Department Ready" kitchen at all times. Adhere to all state licensing, sanitation, and food handling protocols. Maintain precise temperature logs for food and refrigeration.
4. Grocery Order and Pickups: Coordinate and execute the physical pickup of groceries and kitchen supplies from local vendors. Ensure all items are transported safely, maintaining the cold chain for perishable goods.
5. Inventory & Budget: Manage food and kitchen supply stock, ordering items as needed while staying within the established budget.
6. Documentation: Maintain precise records of food temperatures, inventory usage, and expense reports.
7. Maintenance: Execute a daily and weekly deep-cleaning schedule for all kitchen equipment and surfaces. Report any equipment malfunctions immediately to management.

Requirements:

1. Experience in high-volume food preparation, preferably in a dynamic childcare or school setting.
2. Current Food Handler’s or ServSafe Certification.
3. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.
4. Knowledge of state licensing requirements and nutritional standards.