Full Time Assistant Cook at Creative Beginnings

Benefits:

• Finder's Fee Referral Program
• Mentor Program
• Paid Planning Time
• Scholarships
• Paid Inclement Weather Days
• Holiday Pay
• Short/Long Term Disiability
• Medical Plan
• Paid Professional Development
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts

Job description

Full Time Cook

Are you looking for a position with an AMAZING TEAM? Look no further....

• Monday - Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm no nights and weekends

Our enrollment is growing daily. We need exceptional, dedicated, FUN staff to join our incredible family. Creative Beginnings CDC is accepting applications for a full time Cook with experience in CACFP Food Program preferred. We are looking for a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals according to our menus. You will cook dishes that will delight our children with their taste in a timely delivery. An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. They must be able to move around the kitchen and multi-tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is important.

Have you asked yourself lately....Am I making a difference in the lives of children? If not, it may be time to make a change....

Creative Beginnings offers a benefit package which includes health benefits and more. It's a great work/life balance along with coworkers you'll love. Building relationships with our children and families is our number one priority. If this sounds like the place for you, please apply at the link below.

Responsibilities:

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Cook food in various utensils or ovens and stove top
• Check food while cooking to stir or turn
• Ensure meals are prepared and plates are served in a timely manner
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Follow CACFP guidelines and allergy accommodations
• Ensure all food and other items are stored and organized properly after truck delivery
• Check quality of ingredients
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages
• Develop skill in CACFP Child and Adult Food Program

Skills:

• Proven experience as cook
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team
• Very good communication skills
• Excellent physical condition and stamina

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma; Diploma from Culinary School will be an advantage
• Previous experience cooking in a commercial kitchen or childcare setting preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
• Strong time-management and organizational skills
• Passion for healthy eating and working with children

Creative Beginnings Child Development Center Inc. provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.