Preschool Kitchen Chef - Weekdays, Nutritious Meals

The Learning Experience; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Natick, MA is hiring a Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children in our early childhood education center. This full-time role offers a stable weekday schedule, with pay of $22 per hour and no late-night restaurant shifts.

You will follow established menus, ensure proper portions, and maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen that meets food-safety standards. This position supports a structured environment and collaboration with center leadership.

Qualifications

• ServSafe certification required.
• Previous professional cooking/kitchen experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve daily meals and snacks according to established menus.
• Follow appropriate portion sizes and meal schedules for young children.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and ServSafe standards.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food and kitchen supplies.
• Monitor inventory and communicate ordering needs.
• Follow procedures for food allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain required food-service and sanitation documentation.
• Coordinate with center leadership and classroom teams regarding meal service.
• Follow Massachusetts EEC and applicable food-safety requirements.

Skills

ServSafe

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Menu following

Independent worker

Childcare setting

Job description

The Learning Experience in Natick, MA is hiring a Preschool Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children in our early childhood education center. This full-time role offers a stable weekday schedule, with pay of $22 per hour and no late-night restaurant shifts.

You will follow established menus, ensure proper portions, and maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen that meets food-safety standards. This position supports a structured environment and collaboration with center leadership.