Preschool Prep Cook

Do you want to make a difference in the life of a child? Join our growing community of Prep Cooks at The Learning Experience. Prep Cooks influence the growth and development of children through proper education on nutrition and a balanced diet. They create an environment of collaboration and community, encouraging everyone to thrive.

Pay: $17 - $19 per hour

Role Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare nutritious meals for children that meet proper nutritional requirements
• Ensure the safety of all children by maintaining and tracking food allergies for each child in our center and communicates identified allergies to teachers daily with every food delivery.
• Adhere to proper food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures ensuring that food is stored and handled properly
• Partner with the Center Leadership team to purchase all food/supplies necessary and keep inventory records as required by local and state agencies
• Provide excellent customer service and positive attitude towards parents and children, listens and communicates effectively
• Demonstrates flexibility to the daily business need of a childcare center

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of experience in food preparation and cooking
• Possesses a food handling certificate (required)
• EEC units preferred, but not required
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.