Home-Style Child Care Cook | Flexible Hours & Benefits

Learning Care Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Benefits: immediate access to benefits

401(k) company match

Flexible schedules (no nights/weekends

Master Teacher Program

Job summary

Learning Care Group is seeking a dedicated Food Specialist to manage kitchen operations and support classrooms in a Des Moines area school. You will prepare meals and snacks for children and staff, follow menus and regulations, and help maintain inventory.

We offer a strong benefits package, flexible scheduling with no nights or weekends, tuition assistance, and opportunities for career growth through our Master Teacher Program. Join a supportive team that values care for kids and families.

Qualifications

• Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility.
• A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
• Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.

Responsibilities

• Create home-style, nutritional meal plans within the boundaries of the school's menu and budget, and meet state/federal requirements.
• Prepare meals and snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms.
• Follow the daily menu provided by the Director incorporating USDA, licensing, and health department regulations.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food preparation

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Job description

Learning Care Group is seeking a dedicated Food Specialist to manage kitchen operations and support classrooms in a Des Moines area school. You will prepare meals and snacks for children and staff, follow menus and regulations, and help maintain inventory.

We offer a strong benefits package, flexible scheduling with no nights or weekends, tuition assistance, and opportunities for career growth through our Master Teacher Program. Join a supportive team that values care for kids and families.