Part-Time Kids Kitchen Chef & Cook - Craft Nutritious Meals

MAJC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Houston is seeking a part-time Chef/Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children in our early childhood education center. The role involves daily kitchen operations, maintaining safety and sanitation, and supporting teachers and families.

You will follow approved menus and nutrition guidelines, manage inventory, and ensure timely service while upholding quality standards in a child-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and kitchen sanitation.
• Knowledge of nutrition guidelines and CACFP where applicable.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, portions, and nutrition standards.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks.
• Provide consistent, timely meal and snack service.
• Help make mealtimes a positive part of each child's day.
• Work cooperatively with teachers and center staff.
• Manage daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Monitor attendance and prepare appropriate food quantities.
• Manage food inventory, supplies, and ordering.
• Monitor food quality, expiration dates, and storage.
• Maintain meal and snack records, including CACFP records when applicable.
• Communicate supply or kitchen needs to center leadership.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Nutrition guidelines

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Learning Experience in Houston is seeking a part-time Chef/Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children in our early childhood education center. The role involves daily kitchen operations, maintaining safety and sanitation, and supporting teachers and families.

You will follow approved menus and nutrition guidelines, manage inventory, and ensure timely service while upholding quality standards in a child-centered environment.