Food Service Worker

As a Food Service Worker, you will play a critical role in providing a safe and healthy environment for children. Your responsibilities will include planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks, managing kitchen operations, and maintaining a clean and sanitary facility. You will also be expected to support the center's philosophy and programs, and demonstrate reliability and accountability in your work. This is a unique opportunity to join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of children.

• Ensure the cleanliness and functional operation of equipment, small kitchen appliances, and work areas.
• Deliver food to children in a timely and efficient manner.
• Prepare and cook food according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or the number of portions to be served.
• Wash and sanitize pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
• Track and record food usage and expenditures for future reference.
• Supervise and direct the activities of one or more assistants in preparing and serving meals.
• Prepare a variety of baked goods, including breads, rolls, and pastries.
• Operate an InstaPot and Air Fryer with ease.
• Conduct regular inventory checks of supplies and equipment.
• Monitor menus and spending to ensure meals are prepared economically.
• Plan menus that are varied, nutritionally balanced, and appealing to children.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Director to meet company needs.
• Transport children in the center vehicle as necessary.

• Be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have 6 months of relevant experience.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs is a requirement.
• Clear vision and hearing are essential.
• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• A Food Management Certificate and ServSafe Certificate are necessary; obtainable within 90 days if not already possessed.
• Previous experience in cooking and/or food preparation for large groups, preferably in a childcare setting.
• Flexibility in scheduling is a plus, with a preference for weekday morning to mid-day shifts.
• Reliable attendance and accountability are expected.
• Successful background checks and VA licensing standards are mandatory.

While not required, experience with menu planning and food budgeting would be beneficial. Additionally, knowledge of local and in-season foods would be an asset in planning nutritious and appealing meals.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Full-time employee benefits after 60 Days
• Annual pay increase
• The center offered meals
• Health insurance offered
• Dental and vision insurance offered (employer pays 50%)
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

George Washington's Birthday

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

• 2 Weeks' vacation time annually (Full-Time Employees only)
• Vacation time for part-time is based on hrs worked (0.002 accrual rate)
• 7 paid sick days
• Teacher-to-children ratios followed
• Discount programs for employees (MyVIPSavings.com)
• Leave donation program offered
• Breastfeeding area on site for nursing mothers
• Continued focus on your professional development
• Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) program paid for
• Paid staff training/staff meetings
• 2 paid on-site professional development days
• The center is closed on staff professional development days
• School entry is limited to personnel and enrolled children only
• School is deep cleaned daily
• Health screening of faculty and children in attendance is conducted daily
• Full support from our directors and resources to be successful in the classroom
• Your health and safety are our priority! We have protocols more stringent than state requirements to ensure the safety of all our faculty and students
• Your health and safety are our top concern. We have implemented stringent COVID-19 health and safety procedures, including the following:

a. Personal protective equipment (PPE) procedures followed per CDC recommendations

b. Hand Washing and sanitation procedures have been adapted to meet applicable CDC recommendations