Childcare Cook

We are a licensed childcare center seeking a **Cook/Dietary Aide!** This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, energetic candidate who is passionate about early childhood education. To be **QUALIFIED** for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED, Serve Safe certificate, and the ability to pass all background checks. A *plus* if you have previous childcare experience! **Required Shift:** Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm **Compensation: $15-17 per hour;** based on education and experience We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including: - **Competitive Pay** - **Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development** - **Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance** - **401k with Match** - **Discounts for Childcare** - **Fun and Positive Place to Work** - **Open Door Policy** - **Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our staff!** **Our Hiring Process:** 1. Resume screen 2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes) 3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-45 minutes) 4. Offer **Main Job Responsibilities:** - Responsible for preparing nutritious well-balanced meals, that meet food program requirements for items served. - Oversee the maintenance of a clean, orderly, and sanitary kitchen. - Manage monthly inventory on non-food items, such as cups, plates etc. as well as all food items needed for the food service order; disperse groceries, food service, and paper supply order to appropriate areas of the building. - Request items within budget for additional equipment needed to help maintain the kitchen and mealtimes on track and turn in request to the Center Director. - Assist in the classrooms as needed by relieving teachers for breaks and being an additional support resource. - Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs. - Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role. **If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!** Gingerbread Littleversity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law. #PECEPFLEX1