Child Care Center Cook

The Role

This position involves preparing meals and snacks for children and staff at La Petite Academy’s childcare center. The ideal candidate will have experience in a childcare setting and be able to follow state and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Create home-style, nutritional meal plans within the constraints of the school’s menu and budget, as well as USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.
• Prepare meals and snacks for children and staff and distribute them to the classrooms.
• Follow the daily menu provided by the Director, adhering to health and safety standards.
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more as needed.
• Assist in classrooms as an Assistant Teacher/Floater when needed.

Requirements

• Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred.
• A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
• Flexibility with hours and schedule of work.

Qualifications

La Petite Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.