Cook

Are you enthusiastic about cooking for children? If so, we are looking for you to join our team! We currently have over 150 childcares across the USA & Canada and are constantly expanding; come and grow within the company!

About the position

Reporting to the Centre Director, acts as an integral member of the Kids & Company team to assist in the overall management of day-to-day operations of all food preparation and cooking at the kitchen through the conscientious application of Kids & Company standards to achieve our mission statement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cooking, baking, and food preparation
• Ensure safe food storage and disposal, including maintaining temperature logs.
• Cook is responsible for preparing meals and snacks for children with special dietary needs
• Maintain children’s allergy list regularly.
• Weekly ordering and receiving all food supplies and replenishing dishware and cookware
• Follow food portioning guidelines and maintain appropriate food inventory
• Complies with all health regulations and the company’s best practices
• Upkeep kitchen cleaning schedule, including dishwashing, daily, weekly, and monthly duties
• Occasionally required to prepare food for field trips, school-age programs, and community events.
• Duties and responsibilities may change from time to time depending on the needs of the daycare centers.

What you need

• Current Food Handler Certification
• Experience working with vulnerable populations
• Experience in a daycare environment would be an asset.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driver’s abstract.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Require a clean criminal record check
• Ability to push, pull and lift to 45 pounds

What we offer

Be recognized for your contribution, dedication, and hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.

• Recognition for your dedication and contributions to our community.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan to support your well-being and future goals.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement in a positive and encouraging work environment.
• Childcare discounts for team members.
• Daily Pay- Work today, paid today.

Kids & Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Kids & Company is committed to providing accommodations to persons with disabilities so that they may pursue employment opportunities in a similar way to other applicants. If you require accommodation as a job applicant, don't hesitate to get in touch with us by emailing ...