Creative Beginnings is hiring: Full Time Cook at Creative Beginnings in Myrtle B

Benefits:

Mentor Program

Team Building Social Events

Finders Fee Referral Program

Paid Professional Development Days

Paid Planning Time

Direct Deposit

Discounted Childcare--Including School Age

Scholarships

Paid Inclement Weather

Short/Long Term Disability

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

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.