Kitchen Assistant

Early Advantage Developmental Child Care Center; Byron (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading child care center as a Kitchen Assistant, where you will contribute significantly to children's nutrition while enjoying regular hours without nights or weekends. This role provides opportunities for growth and development in a nurturing environment dedicated to young learners.

Benefits

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Signing Bonus

Training & Development Opportunities

Child Care Discount

Annual Stipends

Qualifications

• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn.
• Comfortable with kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Help plan, prepare, and serve meals to students.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Assist with dishwashing and food prep.

Skills

Teamwork

Food Safety

Adaptability

Job description

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Kitchen Assistant Pay Range: $15/hr - $20/hr | On-site | Full-time

Benefits & Perks:

Sign-on Bonus: $500 to $1000

No Nights, Weekends, or Holidays

Opportunities for Advancement

Paid Time Off/Sick Pay

Supplemental Insurance Plans

Dental & Eye Insurance

Telemedicine

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan with up to a 3% Match

Gym Discount

Child Care Discount

$100 Annual Clothing Stipend

$100 Annual Beauty Reimbursement (for nails, hair, etc.)

$100 Annual Body Health Stipend (includes massage and chiropractor visits)

About the Job:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our team! This position offers an excellent opportunity for hands-on experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment with a clear path for growth. If you’re excited about contributing to children's nutrition and want to make a positive impact, this role is for you!

You'll work Monday through Friday, typically from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, providing nutritious meals and snacks to our students. Depending on your experience, you may start with basic tasks and gradually take on more responsibilities as you grow in the role.

Job Summary: As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a key role in preparing and serving nutritious meals that fuel our students' learning and growth. If you have kitchen experience, you may assist with food orders, meal planning, cooking, and ensuring dietary requirements are met. If you’re newer to kitchen work, you'll start by handling tasks like washing dishes, keeping the kitchen clean, and assisting with food prep.

This role offers significant opportunities for advancement, allowing you to develop skills that could lead to a Kitchen Manager position.

Responsibilities:

Help plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals to students

Portion and distribute meals to 10 classrooms

Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment

Follow proper food handling practices and health & safety guidelines as required by MN State

Assist with dishwashing, food prep, and other kitchen tasks

Learn and develop key skills for career growth

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and reach for extended periods

Comfort with squatting, bending, stooping, and crouching

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

What We Are Looking For:

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

Self-motivated and eager to learn

Able to work well both independently and as part of a team

Willingness to learn how to operate kitchen equipment

Passion for working in a child care kitchen and making a difference in children’s lives

Why Join Early Advantage?

We are a child care center serving children from 6 weeks old until they start Kindergarten. These early years are crucial for development, and we work alongside families to ensure that each child reaches their full potential. Our team is like family, and we are committed to supporting both our students and staff.

Join a team that cares! If you're ready to make a real difference, enjoy a work-life balance with regular day time hours, and have a fulfilling role that truly impacts young children’s lives. Apply today!

APPLY NOW WHILE THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY IS STILL AVAILABLE!

Each center is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the center, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of each center. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the center location, and not to Grow Your Center Corporate.