Preschool Kitchen Assistant | Daytime & Team‑Oriented

Ardent Preschool & Daycare; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Preschool and Daycare in Town Madison, AL is seeking a dependable Cook Assistant to support daily meal preparation in our preschool kitchen. This daytime, school-year role works under the Preschool Cook and Director to help prepare, portion, and serve meals for young children while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.

The position emphasizes following menus and food safety guidelines, and maintaining sanitation in a team-based environment. No weekend shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Must pass a background check.
• Ability to follow instructions and established procedures.
• Prior kitchen or food prep experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
• Portion and distribute meals to classrooms.
• Wash dishes and sanitize kitchen equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Follow established menus and food safety guidelines.
• Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries.
• Follow state and USDA food safety requirements.

Job description

Ardent Preschool and Daycare in Town Madison, AL is seeking a dependable Cook Assistant to support daily meal preparation in our preschool kitchen. This daytime, school-year role works under the Preschool Cook and Director to help prepare, portion, and serve meals for young children while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.

The position emphasizes following menus and food safety guidelines, and maintaining sanitation in a team-based environment. No weekend shifts are required.