Primrose-Kitchen Assistant

Primrose Schools; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

Job summary

Primrose School of Algonquin is hiring a full-time Kitchen Helper to prepare nutritious meals for our preschool students. You’ll follow a daily menu, help maintain a clean kitchen, and ensure safe handling of food.

The role offers weekday daytime hours 8am–2pm, no nights or weekends, and a benefits package. A minimum high school diploma is required and a passion for fueling children’s growth is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work independently in a kitchen environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to cleanliness.
• Positive, friendly approach with children and families.
• Willingness to follow daily menu and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for preschoolers.
• Encourage healthy eating habits through food preparation.
• Keep kitchen clean and organized; maintain food safety standards.
• Follow the daily menu prepared by nutritionists.

Skills

Independent work

Organized

Dishes & cleanliness

Menu adherence

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 401(k)

We are looking to hire a full-time Kitchen staff member at Primrose School of Algonquin located at 2300 County Line Rd. Algonquin, IL.

Hours: 8am-2pm, Monday-Friday

Salary: $15/hour (fixed rate)

No nights, No weekends, No major holidays

Minimum of high school diploma

Build a brighter future for all children.

As the Kitchen Helper, you’ll prepare delicious, nutritious food that helps fuel children as they explore, play and develop a lifelong love of learning. Your dedication to quality will ensure we deliver on our mission of bringing the best and most trusted early childhood education and care to the families we serve.

Make a difference every day.

• Encourage young children's healthy eating habits through your preparation and serving of delicious and nutritious foods.
• Maintain a keen awareness of children who have allergies and food restrictions.
• Ensure your kitchen and food prep area is cleaned and well cared for.
• Follow the daily menu which is prepared by our nutritional experts.

What perks are there for working at our preschool?

• Monday through Friday, no weekends or evening hours!
• Our meals require light preparation, most just require combining a few ingredients to make them delicious for our students.
• We offer a full range of benefits, including medical/dental insurance, reduced child care tuition, paid time off and retirement savings plans.

What makes a good candidate for this position?

• Independent work, as you will be in charge of your kitchen.
• Organized and clean, because it is important for everyone's health.
• Enjoys pleasing others! The children love to know who brings them their meals and snacks!
• Job entails washing dishes and cooking nutritious food that nurtures their growth

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will provide you with paid training to learn this role!