Preschool Cook - Healthy Meals, Safe Kitchen

Chesterbrook-Academy; Clifton (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Training and growth

Job summary

Chesterbrook Academy in Clifton, VA is seeking a dedicated Preschool Cook to support nutritious meals for young learners. You’ll work behind the scenes to ensure meals are prepared with care, follow state guidelines, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen.

You will collaborate with staff on menus, budgeting, and compliance reporting, while building positive relationships in a team-oriented school culture.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• Food Handler’s Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to follow recipes and safety regulations with consistency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, age-appropriate meals following approved menus and portion guidelines.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen in line with health standards.
• Monitor inventory, receive deliveries, and manage storage and rotation.
• Accommodate allergy and dietary restrictions with accuracy and detail.
• Collaborate with school leadership on menu planning, budgeting, and reporting.
• Build positive relationships with staff and support a warm school culture.

Skills

Food safety

Meal preparation

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Job description

Chesterbrook Academy in Clifton, VA is seeking a dedicated Preschool Cook to support nutritious meals for young learners. You’ll work behind the scenes to ensure meals are prepared with care, follow state guidelines, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen.

You will collaborate with staff on menus, budgeting, and compliance reporting, while building positive relationships in a team-oriented school culture.