Preschool Cook

The Learning Experience; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Learning Experience Corp. in Mechanicsburg, PA is seeking a Preschool Cook to prepare healthy meals for preschool children and contribute to a safe, welcoming center.

You will manage allergies, ensure sanitation, coordinate with staff on supplies, and deliver friendly service to families. A High School Diploma and 1+ year cooking experience are required; a food handler certificate is preferred or obtainable within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ year of experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Food handling certificate or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook healthy meals for preschool children meeting nutritional requirements.
• Maintain and track food allergies for each child and communicate allergies to teachers daily with every food delivery.
• Follow proper food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures to ensure proper storage.
• Collaborate with Center Leadership to purchase food and supplies and keep inventory records as required.
• Provide excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward parents and children, listen, and communicate effectively.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

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.

You will:

• 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.

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.