What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook/Food Prep (Pre-School) position at Children of America?
About Children of America (COA): We're a special blend of people, principles and pride that makes the COA rich in diversity and strength. Our program serves preschool children 6 weeks-12 years of age. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After Care and Summer Camp. Our goal is to serve nutritious, wholesome meals and snacks cooked onsite. We are looking for a part-time cook/food prep who loves to cook healthy, delicious meals that will appeal to the palate of toddlers/children in our care. Additionally, our company culture invites you to bring your whole self to work, because it is your unique attributes, perspectives and backgrounds that make us a stronger team.
Who Will you Interact with? In this role you will interact daily with the management team, and teaching staff just to name a few.
Job responsibilities:
- Serves and prepares snacks and meals in accordance with posted menus
- Determines meal and snack count and distributes food to each classroom.
- Removes trays and leftovers from classrooms and disposes accordingly.
- Performs weekly food and supply inventory; submits list of needed items
- Orders food and supply items from approved supplier, within budget set by Management.
- Checks-in supply deliveries to ensure accuracy of order placed.
- Keeps kitchen, including appliances, cabinets and all inventory, organized and clean.
An ideal candidate will have:
- Have a love for children & cooking
- Experience in cooking for a school/pre-school will be a plus but not required, paid training will be provided
- Strong customer service mindset and work ethic
- Driver's License
- High school or equivalent
- PlanServSage certification is required.
We offer a strong & competitive benefit package that includes the following:
- Career Advancement Opportunities 65 locations and growing; We proudly promote from within!
- Comprehensive Healthcare including Medical, Dental and Vision
- Life, Accident, & Disability Insurance Plan Coverage
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid vacation, sick time and company Paid Holidays
- Employee Childcare Discount Program
- 50% OFF Childcare Benefit
- Subsidized Tuition Program for Continuing Education/Career Advancement; up to *$500 Per Semester
- Annual Center Performance Raise
- Monthly & Yearly Recognition Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus
Children of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.
Salary : $16 - $18
