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Kiddie Academy

Cook - Child Care Center

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What they do

A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

$32,841 / year median in Illinois

+1% projected growth

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Job Description

Kiddie Academy of Elmhurst, a
BRAND NEW
premium early childhood education center, is looking to add an amazing Cook to our team. Do you have a passion to serve nutritious meals? We are looking for a Food Service Manager to join our growing team at a private preschool that provides a premier educational childcare experience. No evenings or weekends.
Primary Responsibilities:
Follows the daily menu prepared in collaboration with or by the Director Follows portion control standards for lunch and snacks in preparation Maintains a keen awareness of children that have allergies and food restrictions. Offers substitute items to children who may be allergic or have other food restrictions Ensures food service area and food is free of nuts, nut products or food items that have been processed in a facility that also processes nut products according to the policies and procedures of the Kiddie Academy. Checks all food labels upon receipt to ensure compliance with this requirement Is adaptable and implements changes in menus, if instructed to do so Ensures that each meal is ready to be served when scheduled Assists with ordering food and is able to calculate the amount needed Maintains an orderly, clean and safe kitchen area at all times, including the proper maintenance of equipment Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Kiddie Academy Handbook Assists in classroom as an Assistant Teacher 50% of time Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary
DCFS Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED Why You'll Love Working at
Kiddie Academy:
Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Enjoy time off to recharge! Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Vision, Dental, and Aflac Insurance Free Professional Development
  • Continuous growth with opportunities to advance, including a fully paid CDA! Fun, Supportive Work Environment
  • Uniforms provided, employee lounge, and amazing team-building events Competitive Pay & Full-Time Hours
  • We value your hard work and offer great pay! On-the-Job Training
  • We set you up for success from day one! Discounted Childcare
  • Because we know how important it is to care for your little ones, too! Health Savings Account
  • Plan for your future with us Teacher Planning Time
  • We support your creativity and lesson planning State-of-the-Art Technology & Supplies
  • We provide everything you need to succeed Monday-Friday Work Week
  • Enjoy weekends off and a balanced life Year-Round Teacher Appreciation Activities
  • We make sure you feel valued!
to take your career to new heights and work in a highly rewarding industry.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Professional Development
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance