{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4892a1c31dff37adc105b2b2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4892a1c31dff37adc105b2b2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4892a1c31dff37adc105b2b2","title":"Chef/Cook","description":"Benefits Health insurance\nPaid time off\nTraining & development\nVision insurance\nWellness resources\n401(k)\nDental insurance\nEmployee discounts\nTuition assistance\nLocation: Hackensack, NJ\nPay: Depending on Experience, Certifications and Qualifications\nJob Type: Full Time\nThe Learning Experience is hiring a Chef/Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children in our early childhood education center.\nThe Chef/Cook manages daily food preparation, kitchen sanitation, inventory, and meal service while following applicable nutrition, food safety, and childcare requirements.\nWhat You'll Do Inspires Happiness Help create positive mealtimes for children.\nPrepare nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks\nProvide consistent, timely meal and snack service\nHelp make mealtimes a positive part of each child's day\nWork cooperatively with teachers and center staff\nTakes Ownership Manage daily kitchen operations and food preparation.\nPrepare meals according to approved menus and nutrition guidelines\nMonitor attendance and prepare appropriate food quantities\nManage food inventory, supplies, and ordering\nMonitor food quality, expiration dates, and storage\nMaintain required meal and snack records, including CACFP records when applicable\nCommunicate supply or kitchen needs to center leadership\nBuilds Trust Communicate effectively with center leadership, teachers, and families.\nFollow procedures for food allergies, dietary restrictions, and accommodations\nCommunicate menu, supply, and meal-service information to the center team\nWork with teachers to support smooth meal and snack transitions\nMaintain professional and dependable working relationships\nDrives Operational Excellence Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant kitchen.\nFollow food handling, preparation, storage, cooking, and serving procedures\nMaintain appropriate food temperatures and safe storage practices\nClean and sanitize dishes, cookware, equipment, counters, and food preparation areas\nMaintain an organized kitchen and properly stored food and supplies\nFollow applicable food service, sanitation, health, safety, and licensing requirements\nManage purchasing and inventory within the established budget\nElevates the Brand Maintain TLE standards for quality, safety, and service.\nPrepare and serve food with attention to quality and consistency\nMaintain a clean and organized kitchen\nSupport center events and special meal needs when appropriate\nContribute to a positive experience for children and families\nQualifications High school diploma or GED required, unless otherwise permitted by state requirements\nMust be at least 18 years old\nFood service experience in a childcare center, preschool, school, restaurant, cafeteria, catering, or commercial kitchen preferred\nKnowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safe food handling\nAbility to follow menus, recipes, portions, and nutrition guidelines\nStrong organization and time-management skills\nFood Handler or equivalent certification where required\nMust meet applicable licensing, background screening, health, and training requirements\nPhysical Requirements This active role requires standing for extended periods; bending, reaching, and moving throughout the kitchen; and safely lifting up to 40 pounds. 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