Kitchen Coordinator

The Goddard School of Edina, MN; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare center in Edina seeks a dedicated food support specialist responsible for all food management. This role involves daily food preparation, compliance with health regulations, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have experience in kitchen settings and a passion for working with children.

Benefits

Paid Holidays during School Closures

Medical / vision / dental insurance available

Paid 1 Week Winter Break

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Professional development assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen settings (1 year preferred).
• Ability to work independently and communicate with children and parents.
• Knowledge of food service laws and school policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage food inventory and prep menus according to USDA guidelines.
• Assist in cleaning and sanitizing prep areas and equipment.
• Uphold health and safety standards in food handling.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Inventory management

Effective communication

Flexibility

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

Food service certificate

Job description

Benefits:

• 1 week paid winter break
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

We are hiring a food support specialist to manage the daily food prep, supply and inventory management for our childcare center. The ideal candidate is responsible for all food management of our School and must have knowledge of current food sanitation and health and safety procedures. Competitive pay pending experience. Initial working hours will be 6:30am to 3:00pm but hours may vary slightly based on the needs of schools operations.

Daily Responsibilities and Possible Job Duties Include:

• Create and manage inventory, prepare menus, and calculate portions;
• Prep and serve breakfast and snack, serve lunch following USDA nutritional guidelines for children;
• Cleaning and washing prep table, sweeping and mopping the floors, and cleaning and organizing the prep fridge and pantry;
• Washing dishes and following 3 step sanitizing system;
• Prepare sanitizing bottles for classrooms;
• Maintaining overall cleanliness in the kitchen and equipment;
• Managing inventory for safe food handling;
• Assisting in other areas as needed assigned by management.

Job Requirements

A food handler must meet the following qualifications:

• The ability to prepare food and serve food, in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations for the state.
• The ability to understand and comply with the School’s policies relating to food service and employment policies.
• The ability to communicate effectively with school personnel, children and parents.
• The ability to work independently, and be flexible

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays during School Closures
• Paid time off, Accrued
• Medical / vision / dental insurance available
• Paid 1 Week Winter Break

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Food service certificate (Preferred but not required)
• At least 1 year experience (Preferred but not required)

Work Location: One location

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55439: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Kitchen: 1 year (Required)
• Working with children

Work Location: In person