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Scholarships
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Holiday Pay
Short/Long Term Disiability
Medical Plan
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401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
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Paid time off
Training & development
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Job description

Full Time Cook

Are you looking for a position with an AMAZING TEAM? Look no further....

Monday - Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm no nights and weekends

Our enrollment is growing daily. We need exceptional, dedicated, FUN staff to join our incredible family. Creative Beginnings CDC is accepting applications for a full time Cook with experience in CACFP Food Program preferred. We are looking for a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals according to our menus. You will cook dishes that will delight our children with their taste in a timely delivery. An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. They must be able to move around the kitchen and multi-tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is important.

Have you asked yourself lately....Am I making a difference in the lives of children? If not, it may be time to make a change....

Creative Beginnings offers a benefit package which includes health benefits and more. It's a great work/life balance along with coworkers you'll love. Building relationships with our children and families is our number one priority. If this sounds like the place for you, please apply at the link below.

Responsibilities:

Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
Cook food in various utensils or ovens and stove top
Check food while cooking to stir or turn
Ensure meals are prepared and plates are served in a timely manner
Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
Follow CACFP guidelines and allergy accommodations
Ensure all food and other items are stored and organized properly after truck delivery
Check quality of ingredients
Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages
Develop skill in CACFP Child and Adult Food Program

Skills:

Proven experience as cook
Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
Ability to work in a team
Very good communication skills
Excellent physical condition and stamina

Qualifications:

High School Diploma; Diploma from Culinary School will be an advantage
Previous experience cooking in a commercial kitchen or childcare setting preferred
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
Strong time-management and organizational skills
Passion for healthy eating and working with children

Creative Beginnings Child Development Center Inc. provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Compensation: $30,160.00 - $35,360.00 per year

Creative Beginnings CDC is a child development center, established on January 1, 2003, which is family-owned and operated by Dedric and Elissa Woodle. Creative Beginnings CDC is a multi-location company with the best Directors on the east coast. We are committed as a family and team to work together to provide an excellent high-quality education environment where children are loved and nurtured.

We believe every child is a precious gift, and every child is an individual. We feel it is a blessing from God to be given the patience and abilities to care for children, and to be a positive influence in their lives. We feel that the very first years of education are critical and memorable times for young children.

Our mission at Creative Beginnings CDC is to provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment where your child’s individual needs are our #1 priority. We hope to instill family values, good morals, character, and confidence in your child, and a since of belonging at our center. An environment where children feel safe and loved is an environment where they can learn. We will provide them with the most excellent care possible and do our best to make their first step to education a positive one.

As a teacher or assistant, you'll be part of a dedicated team that nurtures the growth, development, and well-being of young children. From creating safe and stimulating environments to providing meaningful experiences that foster their natural curiosity, you'll play a crucial role in helping them thrive.

We seek teachers who is exceptional, dedicated, fun, and ready to make a difference for our classrooms. Our core values are Teamwork, Compassion, Loyalty, family and Creativity! We are drawn to education leaders who feel inspired by our values to make their classroom a wonderful place where children embrace the joy of discovery, build friendships, and skills they'll carry throughout their lives.

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