Cook

Summary

Peachtree Academy is searching for a talented person to prepare great-tasting lunch and snacks at our Christian-based preschool. This person must be clean, organized, and possess knowledge of ordering food and supplies. The ideal candidate can create nutritious options for preschool and elementary students. Additional ordering and planning are needed occasionally for school events, sports activities, and functions. Extra hours are available on-site if desired in our afterschool enrichment program. Salary is based on experience and references. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Full-time hours may be available based on your interview with the Director. Drop in for an interview on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Duties

• Safely prepare and distribute all food to classrooms (lunch and snacks)
• Menu planning to meet nutritional guidelines and maintaining food budget on a monthly basis. As often as possible include fresh fruits and vegetables are given to the children as much as possible.
• Ordering of all food and foodservice supplies (create order and give to Finance Dept for ordering)
• Checking all deliveries against orders
• Clean and inspect the equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Cook foods according to menus, and special dietary or nutritional restrictions.
• Clean, cut, and cook meat or poultry.
• Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, or other cooking equipment.
• Compile and maintain records of food use and expenditures.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Monitor menus and spending to ensure that meals are prepared economically.
• Plan varied, nutritionally balanced, and delicious menus, taking advantage of foods in season and local availability.
• Ordering/making a list of all food and foodservice supplies that are needed.
• Adhere to strict food safety and sanitation protocols, including proper food storage, preparation, and handling.
• Delivers meals to classrooms (breakfast, lunch and snacks).
• Is responsible for making sure children with food allergies receive appropriate food, milk, etc.
• Storing foods appropriately, before and after preparation, in the refrigerator, freezer and pantry.
• Ensure that all food items are properly labeled, stored, and rotated to minimize waste.
• Every day will be responsible for washing and sterilizing dishes, pots and utensils.
• Washes countertops and sinks daily.
• Regularly clean kitchen equipment, utensils, and food storage areas to ensure a hygienic environment.
• Sweep and mop the kitchen/breakfast area; and take out trash from the kitchen area daily.
• Clean staff bathroom(s), common areas, and lobby weekly or as needed, including trash removal.
• Be a team player and help with additional responsibilities before or after prep and cooking time are completed.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Clean food preparation areas, facilities, or equipment.
• Serve food or beverages.
• Cook food.
• Cut cooked or raw foods.
• Prepare foods for cooking or serving.
• Monitor food services operations to ensure procedures are followed.
• Record operational or production data.
• Coordinate activities of food service staff.
• Monitor food services operations to ensure procedures are followed.
• Plan menu options.
• Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
• Determine prices for menu items.

• Is enthusiastic about preparing nutritious meals for children, independent in responsibility, and manages time efficiently.
• Knowledge of serving size and nutritional requirements.
• Reports to work on time.
• Is dependable, and absenteeism is kept at a minimum.
• Prior experience in cooking for children or in a daycare/school setting preferred.
• Has good personal hygiene.
• Follow the supervisor's instructions.
• Is mature, stable, friendly, warm, patient, understanding, tactful, and courteous.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• Pass a background check
• CPR/1st Aid
• 15 hours Health & Safety Training (within 90 days)
• Assist with breaks in classrooms.

Nice To Haves

It would be great to have experience with the following:

• Creating a menu that is nutritious and kid-friendly
• Kitchen fire extinguishers
• Meat thermometers
• Google Docs experience (similar to Microsoft Word)
• Ability to bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

401K plus a 4% company match
Great environment work environment
Great hours! Salary based on experience.
Paid vacation after set time frame
Bi-weekly pay on Fridays

About Us

*Peachtree Academy*

Our school is a State of Art Private PreK through 12th-grade private school. We are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools / Advanc-ED and we strive to challenge our students each and every day. Students utilize a state-of-the-art computer lab and library for learning enhancement. Our students compete in a variety of academic events including Math Olympics, Creative Writing, Spelling Bees, Speech Meets, Science Fairs, and over 17 different sports teams. At Peachtree Academy, we expect our students to be well-rounded and encourage them to participate in extra-curricular activities (soccer, baseball, language classes, chess, drama, music, and dance).

*Peachtree Prep*

The early childhood division of the school bases its academic program on a weekly unit of study for academic advancement. Teachers use lesson plans to guide the delivery of information and address individual issues of advanced skill levels or areas of improvement that are needed. Parents may supplement curriculum by bringing in books, materials, or ideas related to the theme for the benefit of the class.