Experienced Child Care Cook and Food Specialist for Tutor Time of Massapequa – Immediate Hiring for a Nurturing and Dynamic Early Education Environment

Welcome to Learning Care Group Imagine a career where you can make a real difference in the lives of children and families, every single day. At Learning Care Group, we're dedicated to providing high-quality early education and care to children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. As the second-largest for-profit child care provider in North America, we're committed to creating state-of-the-art facilities, expert-driven curricula, and a nurturing environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning. Our promise is to have a positive impact on every child, family, and community we serve, and we're looking for talented and compassionate individuals like you to join our team. Job Highlights Location: Massapequa, NY Position: Child Care Cook and Food Specialist for Tutor Time of Massapequa Company: Learning Care Group Start Date: Immediate openings available Compensation: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Job Description As a Child Care Cook and Food Specialist at Tutor Time of Massapequa, you'll play a vital role in providing healthy, nutritious meals and snacks to our enrolled children. This is more than just a cooking job – it's an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our students and their families. You'll be responsible for creating home-style meal plans, preparing meals and snacks, and maintaining a safe and organized kitchen environment. If you're passionate about cooking, health, and safety, and you're looking for a rewarding career in early education, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Create home-style, nutritional meal plans within the boundaries of our school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements Prepare meals and snacks for children and staff, and distribute food to the classrooms Follow the daily menu provided by the Director, incorporating USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations Maintain inventory of food and supplies, and order more when needed Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater Requirements and Qualifications To be successful in this role, you'll need: Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility (preferred) A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work A high school diploma or equivalent (required) A food safety certification (preferred) Essential Skills and Competencies Strong cooking and food preparation skills Ability to follow recipes and menus Knowledge of nutrition and meal planning Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Basic math skills and attention to detail Career Growth and Learning Benefits At Learning Care Group, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop in their careers. We offer a range of training and development opportunities, including: Tuition reimbursement and certification programs Education assistance and professional development Opportunities for advancement and career growth A supportive and collaborative work environment Work Environment and Company Culture Our Tutor Time of Massapequa center is a dynamic and nurturing environment that's dedicated to providing high-quality early education and care. We're a team of passionate and compassionate individuals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of our students and their families. We offer a range of perks and benefits, including: A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Immediate health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) Paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) A Monday-Friday work week A supportive and collaborative work environment Compensation and Benefits We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including: Pay based on position, education, and experience ($17.00 - $18.50 per hour) Bi-weekly and daily pay options Immediate health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) Paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) Education assistance, including tuition reimbursement and certification programs Conclusion If you're passionate about cooking, health, and safety, and you're looking for a rewarding career in early education, we want to hear from you. As a Child Care Cook and Food Specialist at Tutor Time of Massapequa, you'll play a vital role in providing healthy, nutritious meals and snacks to our enrolled children. You'll be part of a dynamic and nurturing environment that's dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our students and their families. Apply now to join our team and start your journey in early education today! Apply for this job