Meal Coordinator

The Learning Experience; Abington (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Job summary

A childcare organization in Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated Meal Coordinator to prepare and cook healthy meals for preschool children while ensuring their safety regarding food allergies. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, experience in food preparation, and a passion for serving children. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, along with a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Food handling certificate or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook healthy meals for preschool children.
• Track food allergies and communicate with teachers.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with leadership on food purchases and inventory.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Be flexible and adaptable to daily childcare center needs.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Food handling certificate

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance

Are you passionate about working with children? The Learning Experience seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic Meal Coordinator to join our team as an ambassador of happiness. As a Meal Coordinator with us, you'll play a key role in making a difference in the lives of children, their families, and communities by cooking daily nutritious meals.

You will:

• Prepare and cook healthy and delicious meals for preschool children that meet proper nutritional requirements.
• Maintain and track food allergies for each child in our center, ensuring their safety, and communicate any identified allergies to teachers daily with every food delivery.
• Follow proper food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures to ensure food is stored properly.
• Collaborate with the Center Leadership team to purchase all necessary food and supplies and keep inventory records as local and state agencies require.
• Provide excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards parents and children, listen, and communicate effectively.
• Be flexible and adaptable to the daily business needs of a childcare center.

If you have:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in food preparation and cooking.
• A food handling certificate or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
• The ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

We encourage you to apply now to become a Meal Coordinator! Join our team at The Learning Experience and help make a difference!