Preschool Cook

The Learning Experience Corp.; Middleburg (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Job summary

The Learning Experience is seeking a dedicated Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious meals for preschool children and support a happy, healthy center environment. You will ensure safe food handling, manage allergies, and coordinate with staff to keep fresh supplies on hand.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma and 1+ year cooking experience, plus a food handling certificate or ability to obtain one within 90 days. A 25 lb lift is required; a positive, team-oriented attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of cooking/food preparation experience.
• Food handling certificate or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook healthy meals for preschool children.
• Maintain and track food allergies for each child and communicate allergies.
• Follow proper food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with Center Leadership to purchase food and keep inventory records.
• Provide excellent customer service and a positive attitude to parents and children.
• Be flexible and adaptable to daily childcare center needs.

Skills

Food prep

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Health 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.