Childcare Center Cook
Childcare Center Cook
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Job Description
Job Title: Cook
Position: Part Time up to 20 hours per week.
The Grove Childcare Center provides a safe nurturing and enriching environment for children. Our team is passionate about promoting healthy lifestyles and well-balanced nutrition as part of our educational approach. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Cook to join our team and help us deliver nutritious delicious meals to the children in our care.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and reliable Cook to prepare and serve nutritious balanced meals for children at our childcare center. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking knowledge of child nutrition and a commitment to maintaining a clean safe and organized kitchen. The Cook will work closely with our staff to ensure meal planning and preparation meet dietary guidelines and individual dietary needs.
Requirements
- Prepare and cook nutritious well-balanced meals and snacks for children in accordance with Wisconsin DCF 251 dietary guidelines and allergy considerations.
- Plan weekly menus in collaboration with the centers management ensuring variety nutritional balance and adherence to food safety regulations.
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization including proper storage of food utensils and kitchen equipment.
- Follow safety protocols in food handling storage and sanitation to ensure a safe and hygienic environment.
- Monitor inventory and order supplies as needed ensuring cost-effective and timely purchasing of food and materials.
- Communicate effectively with staff regarding any food-related issues dietary restrictions or special requests.
- Ensure meals are served on time and in an attractive child-friendly manner.
- Adhere to local health department standards and childcare licensing regulations regarding food service and kitchen operations.
Qualifications
- Previous cooking experience preferably in a childcare setting or other institutional environment.
- Knowledge of child nutrition including dietary needs and food allergies.
- Ability to follow recipes menus and food safety regulations.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A positive patient and caring attitude with a passion for working with children.
- ServeSafe certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Must successfully pass a background check
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a childcare center school or similar environment.
- Culinary training or a degree in food services or nutrition.
If you are a passionate cook who loves working with children and is committed to providing nutritious meals we would love to hear from you!
The Grove Childcare Center is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment Type
Full Time
