Preschool Cook & Nutritious Meals Ambassador

The Learning Experience; East Northport (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Learning Experience, a network of early childhood education centers, is seeking a Preschool Cook to prepare daily nutritious meals for preschoolers and support families and staff with a positive, welcoming environment.

Responsibilities include planning meals, managing allergies, adhering to food safety standards, and assisting with purchases and inventory while providing excellent service to parents and children.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ year of experience in cooking or food preparation.
• Ability to obtain a food handling certificate within 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook healthy meals for preschool children.
• Maintain and track food allergies for each child and communicate allergies to teachers daily.
• Follow proper food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures.
• Collaborate with Center Leadership to purchase necessary food and supplies and keep inventory records.
• Provide excellent customer service and a positive attitude to parents and children; listen and communicate effectively.
• Be flexible and adaptable to daily business needs of a childcare center.

Skills

Food preparation

Nutrition planning

Food safety handling

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Learning Experience, a network of early childhood education centers, is seeking a Preschool Cook to prepare daily nutritious meals for preschoolers and support families and staff with a positive, welcoming environment.

Responsibilities include planning meals, managing allergies, adhering to food safety standards, and assisting with purchases and inventory while providing excellent service to parents and children.