Child Care Cook Part time Morning Hours
14 days ago
Clarksville
Job DescriptionBenefits: • Free food & snacks, • Training & development Thrive Early Learning Center is a high-quality, nurturing early childhood program dedicated to helping children grow in a safe, warm, and engaging environment. We believe children thrive when they are loved, supported, and given opportunities to explore, learn, and flourish. Our team is passionate about professionalism, high-quality care, and making a meaningful impact every day. We are seeking a dependable Child Care Cook who loves serving children, enjoys creating healthy meals, and can maintain a clean, organized kitchen that meets Tennessee Child Care Licensing and CACFP guidelines. Must be available to work Monday-Friday 6:30 am-12:30 pm at minimum. Key Responsibilities • Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and snacks for children ages 6 weeks12 years according to weekly menus, • Follow all USDA meal pattern requirements, portion sizes, and food safety guidelines, • Strictly adhere to food allergy restrictions, classroom allergy postings, individualized care plans, and special diet requirements (medical, cultural, or parent-requested within licensing limits), • Prevent cross-contamination by following proper food handling, cleaning, labeling, and storage procedures, • Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen, pantry, and food storage areas, • Track and document food temperatures, meal counts, and inventory as required by licensing and CACFP, • Safely store food in compliance with state and local health regulations, • Assist with menu planning and food ordering while staying within budget, • Communicate professionally with directors and staff regarding dietary restrictions, allergies, menu changes, and meal needs, • Support center routines, special events, and occasional classroom needs as assigned, • Uphold Thrive Early Learning Centers values and policies at all timesQualifications, • Must be at least 18 years old (per TN licensing), • Previous child care or school cooking experience preferred, • Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling, • Knowledge of managing food allergies and special dietary needs, • Ability to lift 3040 lbs (cases of food, pots, etc.), • Ability to manage time well and stay organized in a fast-paced environment, • Must pass background check, physical, and drug screening per TN Child Care Licensing, • Positive attitude, reliability, and a love for serving children