Cook/Food Prep (Pre-School)

About Children of America (COA): We're a special blend of people, principles and pride that makes the COA rich in diversity and strength. Our program serves preschool children 6 weeks-12 years of age. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After Care and Summer Camp. 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. Additionally, our company culture invites you to bring your whole self to work, because it is your unique attributes, perspectives and backgrounds that make us a stronger team.

Who Will you Interact with? In this role you will interact daily with the management team, and teaching staff just to name a few.

Job responsibilities:

• Serves 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
• PlanServSage certification is required.

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

Children of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.