Executive Chef

Urban Sprouts Child Development Center is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead our culinary team in providing healthy and nutritious meals for children. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and development of our young students.

Estimated Salary: $45,000 - $60,000 per year (dependent on experience)

We are looking for a highly skilled and organized Executive Chef to oversee the planning and preparation of delicious and nutritious meals for our students. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and be certified in food handling and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare weekly menus that meet all CACFP requirements
• Prepare breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks for all classrooms and staff
• Serve meals to each classroom on time and at the appropriate temperature
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and workspace, including all food storage areas
• Maintain health and sanitation guidelines and ensure serve-safe practices
• Work with assistants or volunteers to organize and store groceries and non-food items
• Clean and sanitize lunch carts and buckets daily
• Assist with washing and sanitizing dishes
• Develop positive relationships with families, children, and staff through respectful communication
• Collaborate with administrative staff to accommodate dietary needs and preferences
• Stay up-to-date with current best practices and policies regarding serve-safe, CACFP, and national nutrition guidelines
• Partner with administration and Urban Farming to incorporate fresh, locally grown produce into menus when possible
• Participate in nutrition education activities for staff, parents, and children

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• 3+ years of experience in a lead kitchen role
• Food handlers certification
• CACFP training (provided by Urban Sprouts)
• CPR/first aid certification (can be obtained through Urban Sprouts)
• Excellent organizational, cleanliness, and adaptability skills

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy:

• 50% off childcare tuition
• Medical health insurance (with 50% premium paid by Urban Sprouts)
• Dental and vision insurance (with 50% premium paid by Urban Sprouts)
• Scholarships available for associates and bachelor's degrees in early childhood education
• Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks/drinks
• Free CPR/first aid training and other trainings throughout the year
• Two paid mental health days per year
• One week of paid sick/vacation time
• One week of paid holiday vacation time during winter break
• One week of paid holiday vacation time during spring break
• All federal holidays paid (including Juneteenth and MLK day)
• Special staff appreciation event in May
• 403(b) retirement plan (no matching offered at this time)
• $300 sign-on bonus