Preschool Cook: Nutritious Meals & Allergy Safety

The Learning Experience - Wesley Chapel, FL; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Wesley Chapel, FL, is seeking a dedicated Preschool Cook to join our team as an ambassador of happiness. You will plan and prepare nutritious meals for preschoolers, ensuring safety and variety.

This role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, 1+ year of cooking experience, and the ability to obtain a food handling certificate within 90 days. You will support a welcoming center and communicate allergies to staff daily.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook healthy 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.

Skills

Food preparation

Communication

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Learning Experience in Wesley Chapel, FL, is seeking a dedicated Preschool Cook to join our team as an ambassador of happiness. You will plan and prepare nutritious meals for preschoolers, ensuring safety and variety.

This role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, 1+ year of cooking experience, and the ability to obtain a food handling certificate within 90 days. You will support a welcoming center and communicate allergies to staff daily.