Cook/Food Prep (Pre-School) - Children of America
Lindenhurst, IL
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Job Description: Preschool Cook/Food Prep
Company
For more than 18 years Children of America has been the trusted daycare leader among families and colleagues. We believe that every child should have the opportunity to grow and learn through exploration in a secure and loving environment. Innovation & creativity are the hallmarks of our teaching and the foundation of our infrastructure. With our devoted team members and proprietary curriculum, we provide children with an unsurpassed learning experience.
Job Description:
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.
ServSage certification is required. This is a part-time position 6:15AM 1:15PM.
Job responsibilities:
- Plans 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
*Salary dependent on experience and level of education.
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
- Campus Coach Program
- Alpha Perks Exclusive Discounts
- Exclusive Discounts at Avis Rent a Car
Children of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.