About the Role
The Learning Experience seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic Preschool Cook to join our team as an ambassador of happiness. As a Preschool Cook with us, you'll play a key role in making a difference in the lives of children, their families, and communities by cooking daily nutritious meals.
Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and cook healthy and delicious meals for preschool children that meet proper nutritional requirements.
- Maintain and track food allergies for each child in our center, ensuring their safety, and communicate any identified allergies to teachers daily with every food delivery.
- Follow proper food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures to ensure food is stored properly.
- Collaborate with the Center Leadership team to purchase all necessary food and supplies and keep inventory records as local and state agencies require.
- Provide excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards parents and children, listen, and communicate effectively.
- Be flexible and adaptable to the daily business needs of a childcare center.
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1+ year of experience in food preparation and cooking.
- A food handling certificate or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
- The ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
Skills
- Food preparation
- Cooking
- Food safety
- Food handling
- Sanitation procedures
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Communication
- Flexibility
- Adaptability
Location
- Preschool
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1+ year of experience
Education Level
- High School Diploma or equivalent
About the Company
- The Learning Experience is a company that seeks to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and communities.
