Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Join our dynamic team at New Beginnings Early Learning Center as our Cook, preparing nutritious meals for children and staff in our CACFP-participating center. We're seeking a warm, caring individual who brings both culinary expertise and a genuine love for children to this role. This part-time position offers consistent hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Duties

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare nutritionally balanced meals following CACFP guidelines
• Serve meals to children and staff while maintaining proper portion control
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment functionality
• Manage inventory and food ordering
• Document meals and maintain accurate CACFP records using Brightwheel
• Follow all health and safety protocols
• Monitor food expenses and maintain budget
• Accommodate special dietary requirements and food allergies

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Current ServSafe Certification
• Experience in quantity cooking
• Knowledge of CACFP guidelines and requirements
• Proficiency with Brightwheel or ability to learn quickly
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in childcare or school food service
• Menu planning experience
• Knowledge of special dietary accommodations
• Inventory management experience

Nice To Haves

Essential Character Traits:

• Genuine love for children and passion for their wellbeing
• Warm, friendly, and approachable personality
• Patient and understanding demeanor
• Strong team player with excellent collaboration skills
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm
• Flexible and adaptable approach
• Reliable and dependable
• Excellent communication skills
• Caring and nurturing disposition
• Cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity

Benefits

We Offer:

• Consistent weekday schedule
• Professional work environment
• Opportunity to positively impact children's health and nutrition
• Collaborative team atmosphere

Job Tags

Part time, Flexible hours, Weekday work, Monday to Friday,

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