Preschool Cook - Meal Prep

The cook will make and serve the food for the children, be responsible for cleaning the kitchen area and may be asked to step into the classroom to cover staff breaks and supervise the children if needed. Our full day programs have a curriculum that works to meet every learning style in a way that nurtures every aspect of a child- the physical, emotional, intellectual and social.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Company Overview
Smart Start Academy (S.S.A.) is offering an amazing opportunity to become a part of the family. Smart Start Academy is dedicated to bringing the best environment for learning and creativity to each student. Our full day programs have a curriculum that works to meet every learning style in a way that nurtures every aspect of a child- the physical, emotional, intellectual and social. 


Job Summary
The cook position entails preparing the food for the children within the school. The cook will make and serve the food for the children, be responsible for cleaning the kitchen area and may be asked to step into the classroom to cover staff breaks and supervise the children if needed. 


Qualifications and Skills:

• Must be able to work within the hours of 8:30am - 6:30 pm, Monday - Friday.
• Basic cooking skills plus experience in food service and volume meal preparation. 
• Must be able to read and follow a recipe and a cycle menu. 
• Must be able to relate well to parents, children and other staff members. 
• Must communicate effectively and be functionally literate in English. 
• Must possess organizational skills, time management skills, and the ability to prioritize
• Keeps the kitchen, including appliances, cabinets and all inventory, organized and clean.
• Ensures that all state and local health department, licensing, safety and nutritional requirements are met; follows standards of personal hygiene, safety, and sanitation and ensures that other staff in the kitchen do the same
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, training sessions, and academy events as requested.
• Accepts temporary work assignments in the event regularly scheduled personnel are not available
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time.
• Position requires fine motor repetitive motion. 
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. 
• Physical agility to bend, stoop, walk, reach overhead, push/pull, squat, twist, and turn. 
• Must successfully complete a health screening and provide proof of the absence of TB no later than 21 days following the date of hire.  
  
  

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid vacation policy 
• Paid bonus days
• Flexible Schedules
• 401k
• Competitive compensation package with generous benefits
• Opportunity for growth with the fastest growing preschool in Hudson County

Smart Start Academy aims to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting equal opportunities regardless of religious belief, age, colour, race, creed, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, political affiliation, ethnic origin, family status or any disability you may have (subject to the exceptions contained in the Human rights Act 1993.