Preschool Cook: Nutritious Meals, Safe Kitchen, Team Spirit

Chesterbrook-Academy; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Chesterbrook Academy in Illinois is seeking a Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks, following approved menus and portion guidelines, while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen.

You will collaborate with school leadership on menu planning, budgeting, and compliance reporting, accommodate dietary restrictions with care, and contribute to a warm, collaborative school culture.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• Experience in food preparation, meal service, or kitchen operations preferred.
• Current Food Handler’s Certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, age-appropriate meals following approved menus and portions.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen in accordance with health standards.
• Monitor inventory, receive deliveries, and manage storage and rotation.
• Accommodate allergy and dietary restrictions with accuracy.
• Collaborate with school leadership on menu planning, budgeting, and compliance reporting.
• Build positive relationships with staff and contribute to a warm, team-oriented school culture.

Skills

Organizational skills

Reliability

Team collaboration

Food handling

Attention to detail

Education

Food Handler’s Certification

Job description

Chesterbrook Academy in Illinois is seeking a Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks, following approved menus and portion guidelines, while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen.

You will collaborate with school leadership on menu planning, budgeting, and compliance reporting, accommodate dietary restrictions with care, and contribute to a warm, collaborative school culture.