Preschool Cook: Nutritious Meals & Allergen-Safe Prep

The Learning Experience; California; On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Learning Experience is hiring a Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious meals for preschoolers and manage allergies with daily coordination with teachers. You’ll ensure food safety and contribute to a safe, joyful classroom environment.

Compensation ranges from $16.00 to $19.00 per hour, with flexible, team-oriented hours in a California childcare setting. Join a caring team that supports healthy growth and learning.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Food handling certificate or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• The ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook healthy meals for preschool children meeting nutritional requirements.
• Maintain and track food allergies for each child and communicate allergies to teachers daily with every food delivery.
• Follow proper food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with the Center Leadership team to purchase food and supplies and keep inventory records as required.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward parents and children.
• Be flexible and adaptable to daily business needs of a childcare center.

Skills

Food preparation

Allergen management

Food safety

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Learning Experience is hiring a Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious meals for preschoolers and manage allergies with daily coordination with teachers. You’ll ensure food safety and contribute to a safe, joyful classroom environment.

Compensation ranges from $16.00 to $19.00 per hour, with flexible, team-oriented hours in a California childcare setting. Join a caring team that supports healthy growth and learning.