School Cook

Duties

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with health and licensing standards
• Manage food inventory, monitor supplies, and assist with ordering to ensure kitchen efficiency
• Ensure all meals meet state and federal guidelines for nutrition and safety
• Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene throughout the kitchen area
• Maintain appropriate portion sizes and food presentation
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and inspection-ready
• Lead or assist with health inspections, follow-ups, and any required documentation
• Communicate effectively with staff, children, and families

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Willingness to obtain Food Service Manager License
• Previous experience in food preparation, preferably in a school or childcare environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and follow food safety regulations
• Comfortable working around children in a school setting
• Ability to understand and follow internal food service and employment policies
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety
• Physical examination and current TB test or chest x-ray (if required)
• Clear background check in accordance with state childcare regulations

If you’re passionate about children’s health and enjoy working in a team-focused, educational setting, we’d love to hear from you!

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.