Kitchen Lead - In Center Cook

Kitchen Lead

• In Center Cook 7810 Graphics Way, Lewis Center, OH 43035 From $20 an hour
• Full-time From $20 an hour
• Full-time About Us Balanced Family Academy of Lewis Center is a premier childcare center dedicated to nurturing the whole child — mind, body, and spirit.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy, and enriching environment for the families we serve. As we prepare to open our new Lewis Center location, we're building a team of passionate professionals who share our values. Job Summary We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented In-Center Cook to join our team. In this role, you will prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for up to 150 children daily, maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen environment, and work collaboratively with center staff to meet the dietary needs of every child in our care. Key Qualifications ServSafe or Ohio PIC certification required (or willingness to obtain prior to start date) Experience preparing high-volume meals in a food service, school, or childcare setting preferred Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and FIFO inventory practices Proven ability to manage multiple dietary restrictions and food allergies with care and accuracy Strong knife skills and experience prepping large quantities of food efficiently Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently Familiarity with health department inspection standards and compliance requirements Must be able to lift 25 lbs and perform routine kitchen cleaning duties Responsibilities Prepare and serve A.M. snack, lunch, and P.M. snack to each classroom on a daily schedule Execute meals and snacks from BFA's approved menu using written recipes accurately Adhere strictly to all student dietary restrictions, allergens, and special diets Maintain kitchen cleanliness per daily and weekly cleaning checklists Mark, wrap, store, and rotate all food products using FIFO method Monitor freezer and refrigerator temperatures to ensure proper food storage Track expiration dates and maintain fully stocked food and supply inventory Order from approved vendors and assist management with supply ordering Wash dishes using a 3-compartment sink following sanitation requirements Be present and prepared for health department inspections Assist with cleaning and sanitizing of common areas, bathrooms, and breakroom as needed What We Offer A supportive, mission-driven team environment Competitive pay commensurate with experience Opportunity to grow with a expanding childcare organization

Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person