Preschool Cook: Nutritious Meals & Playful Kitchen Impact

Cadence Education; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

360? childcare tuition discount

401(k) with employer match

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cadence Education in Westerly, Rhode Island is seeking a Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious, kid-friendly meals for our early childhood classrooms. You will follow USDA guidelines, keep the kitchen organized, and help with meal service to several classrooms.

This role involves light lifting and occasional laundry or sanitation tasks. We value energy, teamwork, and a passion for healthy meals that fuel learning and play at our friendly schools.

Qualifications

• Meets all state preschool cook requirements.
• 1 year of experience in food planning, preparation, and service, following USDA guidelines.
• Preferred Current Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Create nutritious, kid-approved meals and snacks that make little tummies happy.
• Keep the kitchen organized, managing food and supply storage like a pro.
• Serve meals to classrooms, ensuring every child is fueled for learning and play.
• Handle dishes and maintain a spotless, efficient kitchen system.
• Pitch in with extra tasks like laundry, cleaning equipment, and sanitizing toys to keep our school sparkling.
• Note This role involves some lifting, so bring your energy!

Skills

Meal planning

USDA guidelines

Food handling

ServSafe

Job description

Cadence Education in Westerly, Rhode Island is seeking a Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious, kid-friendly meals for our early childhood classrooms. You will follow USDA guidelines, keep the kitchen organized, and help with meal service to several classrooms.

This role involves light lifting and occasional laundry or sanitation tasks. We value energy, teamwork, and a passion for healthy meals that fuel learning and play at our friendly schools.