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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.00 - $28.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan with employer contribution match
Paid parental leave
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Flexible Spending Account for Dependent Care
Job Description
Bezos Academy is a tuition-free, Montessori-inspired preschool committed to nurturing every child's full potential through a holistic and supportive educational environment. Our preschools are designed to provide high-quality early childhood education that embraces individual learning styles, creativity, and healthy development. Located in Louisville, Kentucky, Bezos Academy emphasizes an inclusive, culturally responsive approach and ensures children receive nutritious, compliant meals in accordance with USDA requirements, local childcare regulations, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). With a strong focus on safety, inclusivity, and operational excellence, Bezos Academy fosters a collaborative atmosphere where every team member’s role is crucial to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
- ability to pass background checks and complete all trainings required by the Kentucky Department of Children, Youth, and Families upon hire
- ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods of time, and perform a variety of repetitive tasks to prepare and serve food safely
- active and current food worker card
- understanding of Kentucky food and beverage worker manual
- ability to speak, read, and write English fluently
- basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Job Qualifications
- Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
- ability to speak, read, and write English fluently
- basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- knowledge of cooking methods and procedures, including various types of preparation
- experience working in an institutional or highly regulated kitchen/food setting with a clear understanding of food preparation best practices and protocols
- active and current food worker card
- understanding of Kentucky food and beverage worker manual
- experience working within the guidelines of USDA and Child and Adult Care Food Program (USDA/CACFP)
- two or more years of experience working in a preschool, early childhood education, daycare, or K-12 environment or similar kitchen setting
- working knowledge of food allergens, intolerances, preferences, and accommodations
- prior experience as an assistant teacher in a preschool setting
- associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or two years of post-secondary coursework in Early Childhood Education
- experience with Montessori pedagogy
- experience with children with special needs
- fluent in Spanish
Job Duties
- Place weekly food orders with the vendor based on student attendance trends and food waste analysis
- receive and verify daily food deliveries to ensure accuracy with order quantities and alignment with the approved menu
- manage all aspects of routine vendor performance to ensure the vendor is meeting or exceeding expectations
- ensure all meals served to students are compliant and document any menu changes on menu
- track food consumption and waste daily to ensure food costs remain as lean and efficient as possible
- prepare and serve meals and utensils to classrooms for each scheduled meal service
- maintain compliance with strict food hygiene and safety protocols at all times and maintain compliance with all state and local jurisdictional requirements
- ensure the kitchen, equipment, serving utensils, cookware, and dishes are consistently cleaned, sanitized, and well-maintained
- manage and organize food inventory, including proper labeling, dating, rotating stock, and discarding items nearing expiration in accordance with food safety guidelines
- record and log food temperatures prior to each meal service to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- accommodate children's special dietary needs, including allergies, medical restrictions, and cultural or religious food requirements
- assist in serving meals during family engagement and school events as needed
- provide classroom coverage as needed
- assist teachers with the full implementation of Bezos Academy's performance standards, policies, and procedures
- support Bezos Academy classrooms by following regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom
- organize materials and clean the workspace to facilitate the learning process for each child
- support children's increasing independence with daily living skills
- provide 1:1 support for children who are experiencing big feelings
- develop positive relationships with children
- assist the Head of School and school staff in other operational duties in the school as necessary when the kitchen work is complete
- participate in team meetings, center activities, and staff development
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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