Childcare Kitchen Manager

About Us

We believe that the people working at Rising Stars of North Carolina are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to working with you in good faith, and this promise of dedication, which is extended to each employee, forms the foundation for our operation. Rising Stars of Greenville will make every effort to maintain competitive wages, good benefits, and safe and pleasant working conditions.

We believe in working together in an atmosphere of mutual trust and understanding. We will strive to keep all employees fully informed of pertinent matters. We are convinced that by honoring the dignity and worth of the individual, and by recognizing his/her contribution and their efforts, Rising Stars of Greenville will continue to be a mutually satisfying place to work.

We will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, physical disability, sex, marital status, sexual orientation or religion, and accommodations for persons with disabilities.

The childcare cook's daily activities involve both menu development and the preparation of nutritious meals and snacks for all students. Menus are developed through collaboration with USDA food grants; cooks must be able to provide substitute meals for children with special dietary requirements. These individuals are also responsible for maintaining cleanliness in both the kitchen and storage areas. Some items, such as ovens, pantries and refrigerators, need to bee sanitized at regularly scheduled intervals.

Duties:

• Prepare weekly menus
• Prepare breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks for all classrooms
• Serve meals to each classroom on time, at the appropriate temperature
• Work with staff to collect meal numbers before food preparation of each meal
• Prepare appropriate amounts of food for each classroom, with amounts served meeting guidelines
• Maintain daily production reports
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including all food storage areas

Make sure all thermometers are working properly
Ensure all food items are checked for expiration dates
Wash and sanitize all dishes
Clean the entire kitchen and appliances throughout the day
Remove trash and recyclables daily
Organize and put away all groceries, food orders and non-food items

• Build positive relationships and communicate in a respectful manner with families, children and team members

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Background verification check
• Wear hairnet or hat while in the kitchen
• Be able to lift up to forty pounds
• Strong organizational skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Experience level:

• No experience needed

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Greenville, NC 27858 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Greenville, NC 27858: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person