Are you enthusiastic about serving the public and ensuring that all children and clients are cared for equally? If so, we are looking for you to join our team! We currently have over 150 childcare across Canada & USA and are constantly expanding; come and grow within the company!
About the position
Reporting to the Centre Director acts as an integral member of the Kids & Company team to assist in the overall management of day-to-day operations of all food preparation and cooking in the kitchen through the conscientious application of Kids & Company standards to achieve our mission statement.
The center is located at 15 Garvey Parkway, St.
Charles, MO, 63303
Responsibilities
Responsible for all the cooking, baking, and food preparation for the daycare center on a day-to-day basis.
Ensure safe food storage and disposal, including taking daily logs of food temperature and refrigerator/freezer temperatures.
In addition to the regular food production schedule, the cook is responsible for preparing special meals and snacks for all allergen children, vegetarians, and any other special dietary needs.
Ensure the accuracy and updated list of allergen children every month.
Be accountable for ordering all food supplies from head office weekly.
Ensure effective cost control by minimizing waste, proper food allocation, controlling food inventories, and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
Complies with all health and hygiene requirements under all food safety and handling legislation.
Oversees kitchen operations, including scheduled cleaning and sanitizing of appliances, counters, cupboards, and drawers.
Require to prepare food for field trips, school-age programs, and community events occasionally.
May require to deliver prepared food to daycare centers on occasion.
Duties and responsibilities may change from time to time on the needs of the daycare centers.
What you need
Current Food Handler Certification
2 - 3 years of Sous Chef or Executive Chef work-related experience.
Experience in a daycare environment would be an asset.
Criminal record check
Ability to push, pull and lift up to 45 pounds
What we offer
Be recognized for your contribution, dedication, and hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.
Positive work environment with encouraging team members and opportunities for career advancement
401(k), Dental Insurance, Employee discount, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Parental leave, Professional development assistance, Referral program, Retirement plan, and Vision insurance.
Kids & Company is an equal-opportunity employer.
Kids & Company is committed to providing accommodations to persons with disabilities so that they may pursue employment opportunities in a similar way to other applicants.
If you require accommodation as a job applicant, don't hesitate to get in touch with us by emailing recruitmentus@kidsandcompany.
com