Daycare prep cook float

5 days ago

St Louis MO, United States Training Up A Child L.L.C Full time

Job Summary

Join our vibrant childcare team as a Daycare Prep Cook Float, where your culinary skills and enthusiasm will play a vital role in creating a nurturing and nourishing environment for young children. In this dynamic role, you will support meal preparation, food service, and kitchen operations across multiple classrooms, ensuring that every child receives healthy, delicious, and age-appropriate meals. Your flexibility and culinary expertise will help maintain smooth kitchen workflows while fostering a positive dining experience for our little learners.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in preparing nutritious meals and snacks tailored to the dietary needs of children in various age groups.
  • Support menu planning by helping to organize ingredients and ensuring meal options meet nutritional guidelines.
  • Prepare food items with proper knife skills, food handling techniques, and food safety standards to ensure quality and hygiene.
  • Serve meals efficiently across different classrooms, maintaining a friendly and welcoming atmosphere during mealtimes.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including dishwashing, sanitizing surfaces, and proper storage of ingredients.
  • Support dietary department staff with food prep tasks, ensuring timely delivery of meals and snacks throughout the day.
  • Follow all food safety protocols related to food handling, storage, and sanitation to ensure a safe environment for children.
  • Assist with relief of classroom teacher for breaks out lunches as required.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and uphold high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in dietary aide roles or kitchen environments is highly preferred.
  • Experience working in dietary departments or food service within childcare, healthcare, or restaurant settings is advantageous.
  • Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu planning, and food safety practices.
  • Demonstrated knife skills and proficiency in meal preparation for diverse dietary requirements.
  • Familiarity with food handling regulations and sanitation standards in a professional setting.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
  • Flexibility to float between different classroom kitchens as needed to support daily operations. Join us as a Daycare Prep Cook Float — where your culinary talents help shape joyful mealtime experiences for children while supporting our dedicated childcare team

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $ $17.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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