Cooks, All Other at The Gentlemen and Ladies Academy

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSummaryAs a daycare cook, you are responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious and appealing meals and snacks for children in a daycare setting. Also, you will be maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.You will interact with children, modeling proper food handling and eating habits.DutiesMeal Preparation and Service:https://www.google.com/search?client=safarisca_esv=032488618a09524fcs=0sxsrf=AHTn8zodZje5dUCUttbK32BPYEWB72XtGw%3A1746223474932q=Planning+and+preparing+mealssa=Xved=2ahUKEwjD_oKv5YWNAxVkLdAFHa57BUcQ4eYNegQIFBADmstk=AUtExfAzMXw3ialZoLp1YMk5RTDn2WNBkVwv3tOFxJlEYdRLo7kQnpIsHCspdmenZbu8X_FsbLNDfpGheJ_gyGUUqG3cjp0LdwrLwpGiX_6qYLux2a7Uj-WrIxBvVd6zy8-Zvu6W2v1D7kZ2ovxWMEpMzZM3CL7HLByujvGsOG6hXYpkCW1NjTUD2MJGNhpOjKLQVvQdCq-HSt1JFyL5yDTNOevOb8_p5ekMzBwyVrt6BkO2id-Po1Lm3w5usrgBAHdDzIV3MmDN-xhKc2iE1r2gAD3xcsui=3" target="_blank" style="color: var(--m3c11);">Planning and preparing meals:This includes creating weekly menus, adapting recipes to suit children's needs and dietary restrictions, and ensuring meals are nutritious and appealing.https://www.google.com/search?client=safarisca_esv=032488618a09524fcs=0sxsrf=AHTn8zodZje5dUCUttbK32BPYEWB72XtGw%3A1746223474932q=Preparing+snackssa=Xved=2ahUKEwjD_oKv5YWNAxVkLdAFHa57BUcQ4eYNegQIExADmstk=AUtExfAzMXw3ialZoLp1YMk5RTDn2WNBkVwv3tOFxJlEYdRLo7kQnpIsHCspdmenZbu8X_FsbLNDfpGheJ_gyGUUqG3cjp0LdwrLwpGiX_6qYLux2a7Uj-WrIxBvVd6zy8-Zvu6W2v1D7kZ2ovxWMEpMzZM3CL7HLByujvGsOG6hXYpkCW1NjTUD2MJGNhpOjKLQVvQdCq-HSt1JFyL5yDTNOevOb8_p5ekMzBwyVrt6BkO2id-Po1Lm3w5usrgBAHdDzIV3MmDN-xhKc2iE1r2gAD3xcsui=3" target="_blank" style="color: var(--m3c11);">Preparing snacks:Daycare cooks often prepare a variety of snacks throughout the day.https://www.google.com/search?client=safarisca_esv=032488618a09524fcs=0sxsrf=AHTn8zodZje5dUCUttbK32BPYEWB72XtGw%3A1746223474932q=Serving+foodsa=Xved=2ahUKEwjD_oKv5YWNAxVkLdAFHa57BUcQ4eYNegQIFxADmstk=AUtExfAzMXw3ialZoLp1YMk5RTDn2WNBkVwv3tOFxJlEYdRLo7kQnpIsHCspdmenZbu8X_FsbLNDfpGheJ_gyGUUqG3cjp0LdwrLwpGiX_6qYLux2a7Uj-WrIxBvVd6zy8-Zvu6W2v1D7kZ2ovxWMEpMzZM3CL7HLByujvGsOG6hXYpkCW1NjTUD2MJGNhpOjKLQVvQdCq-HSt1JFyL5yDTNOevOb8_p5ekMzBwyVrt6BkO2id-Po1Lm3w5usrgBAHdDzIV3MmDN-xhKc2iE1r2gAD3xcsui=3" target="_blank" style="color: var(--m3c11);">Serving food:This involves accurately portioning food, serving it at appropriate temperatures, and delivering it to classrooms or dining areas.https://www.google.com/search?client=safarisca_esv=032488618a09524fcs=0sxsrf=AHTn8zodZje5dUCUttbK32BPYEWB72XtGw%3A1746223474932q=Ensuring+proper+food+handlingsa=Xved=2ahUKEwjD_oKv5YWNAxVkLdAFHa57BUcQ4eYNegQIFhADmstk=AUtExfAzMXw3ialZoLp1YMk5RTDn2WNBkVwv3tOFxJlEYdRLo7kQnpIsHCspdmenZbu8X_FsbLNDfpGheJ_gyGUUqG3cjp0LdwrLwpGiX_6qYLux2a7Uj-WrIxBvVd6zy8-Zvu6W2v1D7kZ2ovxWMEpMzZM3CL7HLByujvGsOG6hXYpkCW1NjTUD2MJGNhpOjKLQVvQdCq-HSt1JFyL5yDTNOevOb8_p5ekMzBwyVrt6BkO2id-Po1Lm3w5usrgBAHdDzIV3MmDN-xhKc2iE1r2gAD3xcsui=3" target="_blank" style="color: var(--m3c11);">Ensuring proper food handling:This includes adhering to food safety guidelines, storing food properly, and preventing contamination.Kitchen Management and Sanitation:Maintaining a clean kitchen:This includes daily cleaning of equipment, surfaces, and utensils, as well as maintaining inventory and ordering supplies.Following health and safety regulations:This includes adhering to food safety standards, ensuring proper storage of food, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.Maintaining records:This may include keeping records of food orders, menu plans, and serving records.Other Potential Duties:https://www.google.com/search?client=safarisca_esv=032488618a09524fcs=0sxsrf=AHTn8zodZje5dUCUttbK32BPYEWB72XtGw%3A1746223474932q=Assisting+with+special+dietary+needssa=Xved=2ahUKEwjD_oKv5YWNAxVkLdAFHa57BUcQ4eYNegQIMBADmstk=AUtExfAzMXw3ialZoLp1YMk5RTDn2WNBkVwv3tOFxJlEYdRLo7kQnpIsHCspdmenZbu8X_FsbLNDfpGheJ_gyGUUqG3cjp0LdwrLwpGiX_6qYLux2a7Uj-WrIxBvVd6zy8-Zvu6W2v1D7kZ2ovxWMEpMzZM3CL7HLByujvGsOG6hXYpkCW1NjTUD2MJGNhpOjKLQVvQdCq-HSt1JFyL5yDTNOevOb8_p5ekMzBwyVrt6BkO2id-Po1Lm3w5usrgBAHdDzIV3MmDN-xhKc2iE1r2gAD3xcsui=3" target="_blank" style="color: var(--m3c11);">Assisting with special dietary needs:Daycare cooks may need to prepare special meals or snacks for children with allergies, intolerances, or other dietary restrictions.https://www.google.com/search?client=safarisca_esv=032488618a09524fcs=0sxsrf=AHTn8zodZje5dUCUttbK32BPYEWB72XtGw%3A1746223474932q=Supervising+kitchen+helperssa=Xved=2ahUKEwjD_oKv5YWNAxVkLdAFHa57BUcQ4eYNegQIMRADmstk=AUtExfAzMXw3ialZoLp1YMk5RTDn2WNBkVwv3tOFxJlEYdRLo7kQnpIsHCspdmenZbu8X_FsbLNDfpGheJ_gyGUUqG3cjp0LdwrLwpGiX_6qYLux2a7Uj-WrIxBvVd6zy8-Zvu6W2v1D7kZ2ovxWMEpMzZM3CL7HLByujvGsOG6hXYpkCW1NjTUD2MJGNhpOjKLQVvQdCq-HSt1JFyL5yDTNOevOb8_p5ekMzBwyVrt6BkO2id-Po1Lm3w5usrgBAHdDzIV3MmDN-xhKc2iE1r2gAD3xcsui=3" target="_blank" style="color: var(--m3c11);">Supervising kitchen helpers:In some settings, daycare cooks may be responsible for supervising and assigning tasks to kitchen helpers.https://www.google.com/search?client=safarisca_esv=032488618a09524fcs=0sxsrf=AHTn8zodZje5dUCUttbK32BPYEWB72XtGw%3A1746223474932q=Interacting+with+childrensa=Xved=2ahUKEwjD_oKv5YWNAxVkLdAFHa57BUcQ4eYNegQILxADmstk=AUtExfAzMXw3ialZoLp1YMk5RTDn2WNBkVwv3tOFxJlEYdRLo7kQnpIsHCspdmenZbu8X_FsbLNDfpGheJ_gyGUUqG3cjp0LdwrLwpGiX_6qYLux2a7Uj-WrIxBvVd6zy8-Zvu6W2v1D7kZ2ovxWMEpMzZM3CL7HLByujvGsOG6hXYpkCW1NjTUD2MJGNhpOjKLQVvQdCq-HSt1JFyL5yDTNOevOb8_p5ekMzBwyVrt6BkO2id-Po1Lm3w5usrgBAHdDzIV3MmDN-xhKc2iE1r2gAD3xcsui=3" target="_blank" style="color: var(--m3c11);">Interacting with children:Daycare cooks may interact with children during meal times and model appropriate food handling and eating etiquette.RequirementsTo work as a daycare cook, you will needa high school diploma or equivalent, food handling certification, and some experience in food preparation or cooking.Additionally, you should be at least 18 years old, pass a background check, and be able to lift up to 40 pounds.BenefitsCompetitive Childcare CompensationEmployee Perks RewardsPaid TrainingEmployee IncentivesBonusesChildcare Discount