School Chef & Food Service Teacher — Nourish Kids

Primrose School Franchising SPE, LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

Primrose School of Lowry in Denver invites you to join as a Food Service Teacher - School Chef. You will prepare nutritious meals that fuel children as they learn and grow, while upholding health and safety standards in a daycare setting.

You’ll manage kitchen operations, supervise staff, handle inventory, and collaborate with the Director on menus and dietary needs. This role offers a supportive team, opportunities to contribute to community wellness, and a warm, child-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food preparation and kitchen management.
• Strong skills in inventory management and control.
• Ability to manage food service and catering operations.
• Experience in supervising and leading kitchen teams.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and food production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, nutritious meals for children and ensure meals meet safety standards.
• Follow the daily menu and collaborate with the Director on meal planning.
• Assist with ordering food and calculating quantities needed for the week.
• Maintain accurate inventory and monitor kitchen operations.
• Support health and safety practices in the kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen management

Inventory control

Catering operations

Team supervision

Dietary knowledge

Job description

Primrose School of Lowry in Denver invites you to join as a Food Service Teacher - School Chef. You will prepare nutritious meals that fuel children as they learn and grow, while upholding health and safety standards in a daycare setting.

You’ll manage kitchen operations, supervise staff, handle inventory, and collaborate with the Director on menus and dietary needs. This role offers a supportive team, opportunities to contribute to community wellness, and a warm, child-centered environment.