Preschool Cook & Nutrition Ambassador

The Learning Experience - Magnolia; Magnolia (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Learning Experience - Magnolia is seeking a dedicated Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious meals for preschool children in our caring environment.

Responsibilities include planning meals, managing allergies, practicing safe food handling, and collaborating with staff to maintain inventory and purchase supplies. A High School Diploma and 1+ year of cooking experience are required, with the ability to obtain a food handling certificate within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Food handling certificate or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Learning Experience - Magnolia is seeking a dedicated Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious meals for preschool children in our caring environment.

Responsibilities include planning meals, managing allergies, practicing safe food handling, and collaborating with staff to maintain inventory and purchase supplies. A High School Diploma and 1+ year of cooking experience are required, with the ability to obtain a food handling certificate within 90 days.