Food Service Teacher (Chef)

Build a brighter future for all children-one meal at a time.

As the Food Service Teacher at Primrose School of Exeter, you'll do more than prepare meals-you'll create a well-run, highly organized kitchen that keeps our school moving. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in cleanliness, and has a sharp eye for detail. Your work fuels children as they explore, play, and grow, while ensuring every plate meets the highest standards of safety and nutrition.

You'll be part of a team committed to maintaining a safe, healthy environment where both children and staff can thrive.

Make a difference every day:

• Prepare delicious, nutritious meals and snacks that encourage healthy eating habits
• Maintain an exceptionally clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting with strong attention to detail
• Monitor and strictly adhere to all allergy and food restriction guidelines
• Ensure all food and preparation areas remain nut-free and safe for all children
• Follow daily menus and support food planning in collaboration with the Director
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and accurate food quantity planning

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Loves structure, organization, and keeping things running smoothly
• Takes pride in cleanliness and high standards
• Works efficiently and calmly under pressure
• Notices the small details that make a big difference
• Enjoys being an important behind-the-scenes part of a child's day

In order to inspire children to eat healthy, you need a school that inspires you.

Primrose Schools is a mission-driven brand, and at Primrose School of Exeter, you'll find opportunities for professional growth, a supportive team environment, and meaningful ways to give back to the community through events like Spring Fling and other charitable initiatives.

Our research-informed Balanced Learning approach gives every team member the tools and guidance to support children's natural curiosity while helping them build confidence and independence. Every role here matters-and yours is essential.

Desired skills and experience:

• Must meet basic requirements of local child care and food service regulatory agencies
• Ability to relate positively to young children and staff
• Previous experience in high-volume food preparation (serving 100+ children daily) preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. as needed for daily tasks and safety situations

Our Unique Benefits:

• Excellent, competitive pay (increases with experience)
• Sign-on bonus available
• 401(k) plan
• Positive, supportive work culture
• Paid sick time, holidays, snow days, and vacation
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance

If you're someone who loves keeping things clean, organized, and running like clockwork-and wants your work to truly matter-this is the role for you.

Let's build a brighter future together.