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opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for
advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool
Kitchen Assistant to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the Kitchen
Manager in preparing nutritious, appealing, and age-appropriate meals for young children in our preschool program. Your culinary expertise
will help foster healthy eating habits and ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming dining environment. This position offers an exciting
opportunity to combine culinary skills with a commitment to nurturing young minds and bodies.
Unit: School Of
Education MBU
Department: SOE Teach Lrng CDC
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Stand
in for Kitchen Manager in times of absence or planned leave. - Prepare and serve balanced, nutritious meals and snacks
tailored to preschool-aged children, following dietary guidelines and menu plans. - Follow weekly menus that incorporate
variety, seasonal ingredients, and meet dietary restrictions or allergies. - Ensure all food handling and preparation adhere
to strict food safety standards and sanitation protocols. - Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas, utensils, equipment, and
storage spaces in compliance with health regulations. - Collaborate with Kitchen Manager to coordinate meal times and
accommodate special dietary needs or requests. - Manage inventory by ordering supplies, checking expiration dates, and
minimizing waste.
Skills
- Meal prep experience within a food service setting.
- Understanding menu planning, food preparation, and cooking techniques suitable for young children.
- Extensive
knowledge of food safety practices, proper food handling, and sanitation procedures. - Flexibility in providing kitchen
coverage and adapting to fast-paced kitchen setting. - Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of
cleanliness and safety. - Familiarity with dietary restrictions and special meal accommodations for children.
- Maintain necessary credentials for ServeSafe and other necessary trainings.
Join us in creating a nourishing
environment where children can thrive through healthy eating! Your culinary talents will play a vital role in supporting their growth and
development while fostering positive mealtime experiences.
Salary Range: $15- $16 pending experience
FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Hours per Week: Less than 29 hours per week. It may vary each
week.
Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Contact Information:
Contact Name:
Tessa NeSmith
Contact Email: nesmithtr@vcu.edu
