Daycare Kitchen Lead: Nutritious Meals, Mon–Fri Schedule

Saint Agnes Home; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mon–Fri schedule

No weekend shifts

Flexible break times

Paid training

CPR certification assistance

Prevent and Protect training provided

Welcoming work environment

Job summary

Carmelite Daycare Center seeks a dependable Daycare Cook to heat, prepare, and serve meals for about 43 children daily. The role emphasizes independence, organization, and commitment to nutritious meals.

The position offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with no weekend shifts, flexible breaks, and paid training. CPR certification assistance and the Prevent and Protect training are provided at no cost, in a welcoming child-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of cooking, kitchen, or food service experience.
• ServSafe certification is a plus, but not required.
• CPR certification is required; assistance with obtaining certification is provided at no cost.
• Completion of the Prevent and Protect training course is required and provided at no cost.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage daily responsibilities.
• Dependable and detail-oriented with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Plan, purchase, prepare, and serve daily breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
• Heat, portion, and serve meals according to the daycare's daily schedule.
• Maintain an organized kitchen and ensure meals are prepared and served on time.
• Set tables and prepare dining areas for mealtimes.
• Wash dishes, sanitize surfaces, and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Monitor food supplies, manage inventory, and purchase necessary ingredients.
• Follow proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Work independently while maintaining flexibility to support the daycare's daily needs.

Skills

Self-motivation

Independent worker

Organized

Time management

Reliability

Job description

Carmelite Daycare Center seeks a dependable Daycare Cook to heat, prepare, and serve meals for about 43 children daily. The role emphasizes independence, organization, and commitment to nutritious meals.

The position offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with no weekend shifts, flexible breaks, and paid training. CPR certification assistance and the Prevent and Protect training are provided at no cost, in a welcoming child-focused environment.