Preschool Cook

Learning Experience Corp; Mechanicsburg (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Learning Experience Corp in Mechanicsburg is looking for a dedicated Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious meals for preschool children. The successful candidate will have at least 1 year of cooking experience, a High School Diploma, and a food handling certificate. Responsibilities include meal planning, tracking food allergies, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Join us to make a positive impact in the lives of children and their families in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Food handling certificate or ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
• Ability 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.
• Follow proper food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with leadership for food supply needs.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain positivity.
• Adapt to daily needs of a childcare center.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• 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.

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