Preschool Cook

The Learning Experience - Cary; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A local preschool franchise is seeking a dedicated Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children. The successful candidate will ensure food safety, track allergies, and collaborate with center leadership. A High School Diploma and experience in food preparation are required. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in children's lives. Ideal candidates are flexible and possess excellent customer service skills. Join us to create a positive environment for our preschoolers!

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook healthy meals for preschool children.
• Maintain and track food allergies for each child ensuring their safety.
• Follow proper food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with the leadership team on food purchases and inventory.
• Provide excellent customer service to parents and children.
• Be flexible and adaptable to the daily needs of the childcare center.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food Handling Certificate

Tools

Food handling certificate

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Overview

Are you passionate about working with preschool children?

The Learning Experience seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic Preschool Cook to join our team as an ambassador of happiness. As a Preschool Cook 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.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.

Responsibilities

• Plan, 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.

Qualifications

• 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 Preschool Cook!