Preschool Cook — Nutritious Meals & Allergy Safety

The Learning Experience; Cedar Grove (NJ); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

The Learning Experience seeks a dedicated Preschool Cook to join our team and help deliver nutritious meals for preschool children.

In this role you will plan, prepare, and cook meals, track allergies, ensure food safety, collaborate on purchasing and inventory, and provide warm, clear communication with parents and teachers daily. A strong, flexible attitude rounds out our ambassador of happiness profile.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of cooking/food preparation experience.
• Food handling certificate or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook healthy meals for preschool children.
• Maintain and communicate food allergies for each child with teachers daily.
• Follow food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures.
• Purchase food and supplies with Center Leadership and maintain inventory records.
• Provide friendly customer service to parents and children.
• Be flexible to daily childcare center needs.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Food safety

Communication with parents

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food handling certificate

Job description

The Learning Experience seeks a dedicated Preschool Cook to join our team and help deliver nutritious meals for preschool children.

In this role you will plan, prepare, and cook meals, track allergies, ensure food safety, collaborate on purchasing and inventory, and provide warm, clear communication with parents and teachers daily. A strong, flexible attitude rounds out our ambassador of happiness profile.