Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $19.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
flexible schedule
Job Description
Lionheart Children's Academy is a Christ-centered educational institution dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for children. The academy emphasizes a holistic approach to education, blending academic learning with spiritual growth and development. As a well-established childcare and educational provider, Lionheart Children's Academy caters to the needs of families seeking both quality care and faith-based instruction for their children. This commitment is reflected in the academy's mission to offer compassionate, Christ-centered care and education that supports each child's growth in body, mind, and spirit.
The position of Kitchen Manager/Cook at Lionheart Children's Academy plays a pivotal role in ma... Show More
The position of Kitchen Manager/Cook at Lionheart Children's Academy plays a pivotal role in ma... Show More
Job Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Experienced cook
- Knowledge of basic principles of good nutrition
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn CACFP meal pattern and food safety requirements
- Ability to plan for economy in shopping and food preparation
- Understanding of hygienic facility maintenance
- Good housekeeping practices
- Knowledge of state licensing and accrediting standards
- Commitment to spiritual maturity and Christian faith
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to participate in ongoing training
- Maintain current First-Aid and CPR certification
- Ability to engage comfortably in spiritual conversations
- Neat personal appearance
- Good personal cleanliness habits
- Self-starter
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Experienced cook with knowledge of basic principles of good nutrition
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn CACFP meal pattern and food safety requirements
- Demonstrated ability to plan for economy in shopping and prepare balanced meals and snacks
- Understanding of hygienic facility maintenance and good housekeeping standards
- Familiarity with state licensing and accrediting standards
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to evaluate self critically
- Self-starter with a clear and well-modulated voice
- Friendly and warm demeanor
- Willingness to pursue studies in child development and/or nutrition
- Commitment to spiritual maturity and a passion for Christ-centered care
Job Duties
- Planning, making necessary purchases for, preparing, and serving meals and snacks to all children
- Reviewing the food service program with the program administrator and/or nutritionist periodically and coordinating the program with the other activities of the school
- Providing assistance to teachers for food and cooking experiences they may wish to plan for the classroom
- Being familiar with minimum standards guidelines and food program requirements, including nutritional content of meals and food serving sizes
- Maintain compliance with CACFP meal pattern, portioning, and recordkeeping requirements during food preparation and service
- Being responsible for seeing that equipment is properly sanitized, put away, and that the kitchen is left in a safe and sanitary condition each day
- Keeping an ongoing inventory of supplies
- Performing simple laundry tasks
- Participating in an ongoing in-service training program to expand knowledge of child development
- Meeting all requirements for employment in staff handbook
- Attending all staff meetings, training sessions, staff work days, parent conferences, parent open houses, graduation programs, and other special functions as scheduled by the director
- Maintaining current First-Aid and CPR certification during employment
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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