Preschool Cook & Floater Teacher: Nourish & Assist

The Learning Experience; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Free uniforms

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Austin is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to join our amazing team as a Preschool Cook & Floater Teacher. This role blends nutritious meal preparation with flexible classroom support to enhance children's learning, well-being, and the center's happy culture.

In the kitchen, you plan, prepare, and serve healthy meals that meet dietary needs and allergies, while keeping the space clean and inspection-ready.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (mandatory).
• 1+ year of experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Food handler certificate, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Familiarity with the Texas Minimum Standards.
• Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate practices.
• Ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook healthy meals and snacks meeting nutritional requirements.
• Maintain and track food allergies for each child and communicate allergies to teachers with every food delivery.
• Follow proper food safety, handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with center leadership to purchase food and supplies, and keep inventory records.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and inspection-ready.
• Provide classroom coverage during breaks and peak times to keep daily operations running smoothly.
• Maintain state-required staff-to-child ratios at all times.
• Assist lead and assistant teachers with daily classroom activities and routines.
• Supervise children at all times to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment per center standards.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to support a positive, joyful learning environment and center culture.
• Provide excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward parents and children; listen and communicate effectively.
• Communicate concerns about children or safety to center leadership promptly.
• Be flexible and adapt to the needs of a childcare center, moving between kitchen and classrooms as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and training sessions.

Skills

Food preparation and cooking

Food safety and sanitation

Child development understanding

Classroom support and supervision

Ability to pass background checks

CPR/First Aid certification

Adaptability between kitchen and课堂

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Learning Experience in Austin is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to join our amazing team as a Preschool Cook & Floater Teacher. This role blends nutritious meal preparation with flexible classroom support to enhance children's learning, well-being, and the center's happy culture.

In the kitchen, you plan, prepare, and serve healthy meals that meet dietary needs and allergies, while keeping the space clean and inspection-ready.