Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced cook to join our team at the Goddard School in Cordova. As a cook, you will play a crucial role in preparing nutritious meals and snacks for our preschool children. This part-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to the well-being and development of young children in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook meals and snacks according to the menu and nutritional guidelines provided by the school.
- Ensure all meals are nutritious, balanced, and appealing to young children.
- Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards at all times.
- Monitor food supplies and ingredients, and order as needed to maintain inventory levels.
- Collaborate with the school director and teachers to accommodate special dietary needs or preferences of children.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen area, including proper storage and labeling of food items.
- Follow all procedures and policies set forth by the Goddard School and regulatory authorities.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in food preparation, preferably in a childcare or educational setting.
- Knowledge of nutrition and food safety guidelines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with children, parents, and staff members.
- High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification or training is a plus.
About Goddard Schools
As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident, and joyful learners.
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.
