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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a childcare center located in Chesapeake, VA, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children and families in the community. This center places a strong emphasis on delivering nutritious meals that meet all state nutritional requirements while fostering positive relationships among families, staff, and administration. The center operates full-time and seeks a committed Kitchen Cook to join their team, supporting the food service operations and contributing to the overall well-being of the children they serve.
The Kitchen Cook plays a vital role in planning, preparing, and serving meals that adhere to strict nutritional ... Show More
The Kitchen Cook plays a vital role in planning, preparing, and serving meals that adhere to strict nutritional ... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum age of 21
- must clear full background check
- complete TB skin test within thirty days of hire
- wear a hairnet while in the kitchen
- food service experience
- have Food Manager Certificate
- be able to lift to forty pounds
- infant/child CPR and First Aid certification
- high school diploma or GED
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- food manager certificate
- infant/child CPR and First Aid certification
- previous food service experience
- knowledge of USDA Food Program and KidKare software (preferred)
- ability to communicate effectively with team members and families
- strong organizational skills
Job Duties
- Prepare weekly menus that reflect all state requirements
- work with the administration team for approval
- prepare breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks for all classrooms
- serve meals to each classroom on time, at the appropriate temperature
- know allergies and provide substitute food items for those children
- work with staff to collect meal numbers before food preparation of each meal
- prepare appropriate amounts of food for each classroom, with amounts served meeting state guidelines
- maintain daily production reports
- make weekly food orders through vendors
- maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including all food storage areas
- make sure all thermometers are working properly
- ensure all food items are checked for expiration dates
- wash and sanitize all dishes
- clean the entire kitchen and appliances throughout the day
- remove trash and recyclables daily
- organize and put away all groceries, food orders, and non-food items
- turn in all kitchen expense receipts to the administration team
- know and follow the mission of the center
- protect the privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to families, children, team members, and administration
- build positive relationships and communicate in a respectful manner with families, children, team members, administration, and the communities in which we serve
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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