Preschool Cook

Children; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Children is seeking a dedicated Cook for our brand-new Early Learning School. The role focuses on preparing nutritious meals for children, ensuring food safety, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. You will contribute to children's well-being through healthy meal preparation and service.

Responsibilities include planning menus, kitchen cleanliness, inventory management, and collaboration with staff to coordinate meal times and catering support as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in dietary departments, food service, or culinary roles preferred.
• Knowledge of menu planning, food preparation, and cooking techniques suitable for children.
• Strong understanding of food safety protocols and proper handling procedures.
• Experience with meal preparation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail in food quality and cleanliness.
• Certification in food safety or sanitation is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and menu plans tailored for children.
• Plan menus that meet nutritional standards and accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
• Ensure all food handling, storage, and preparation adhere to food safety regulations.
• Assist with food presentation and portioning to ensure appealing and age-appropriate servings.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas in compliance with health standards.
• Manage inventory of food supplies, place orders as needed, and monitor expiration dates.
• Collaborate with staff to coordinate meal times and ensure timely service.
• Follow all sanitation procedures related to food preparation and storage.
• Support catering or special event meal preparations as required.

Skills

Food safety

Menu planning

Culinary skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Meal preparation

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join our brand-new Early Learning School! The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing nutritious, appealing meals for children, ensuring food safety standards are met, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the well-being and development of children through healthy meal preparation and service.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and menu plans tailored for children
• Plan menus that meet nutritional standards and accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies
• Ensure all food handling, storage, and preparation adhere to food safety regulations
• Assist with food presentation and portioning to ensure appealing and age-appropriate servings
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas in compliance with health standards
• Manage inventory of food supplies, place orders as needed, and monitor expiration dates
• Collaborate with staff to coordinate meal times and ensure timely service
• Follow all sanitation procedures related to food preparation and storage
• Support catering or special event meal preparations as required

Requirements

• Previous experience in dietary departments, food service, or culinary roles preferred
• Knowledge of menu planning, food preparation, and cooking techniques suitable for children
• Strong understanding of food safety protocols and proper handling procedures
• Experience with meal preparation
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail in food quality and cleanliness
• Certification in food safety or sanitation is desirable but not mandatory

This position offers an engaging opportunity to make a positive impact on children's health through nutritious meal service within a supportive team environment.