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COLUMBUS EARLY LEARNING CENTERS Columbus
Join Our Team as a Kitchen Staff Member at CELC!
Why Choose Columbus Early Learning Centers (CELC)?
At CELC, we believe that every meal serves as an opportunity to nurture and support the growth of our children. As a part of our dedicated kitchen team, you will play a vital role in providing nutritious meals in a caring and supportive environment.Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule with no evenings or weekends and be part of an organization that values your skills and dedication.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
- Impactful Work: Contribute to the health and well-being of children by preparing high-quality, nutritious meals.
- Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and organized setting with access to continuous professional development.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy paid holidays, vacation, sick time, health insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
- Competitive Pay: Our wages are competitive and commensurate with experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Efficient Kitchen Operations: Prepare, cook, and serve food following standardized recipes and CACFP guidelines. Ensure all kitchen needs and issues are communicated promptly.
- Inventory Management: Maintain inventory, place orders, and ensure proper delivery and storage of food and supplies.
- Sanitation and Safety: Adhere to sanitation and safety procedures defined by the Ohio Department of Health and USDA. Maintain exemplary cleanliness and recordkeeping.
- Emergency Response: Handle unexpected issues such as staff shortages or equipment malfunctions efficiently and professionally.
- Communication: Communicate menu changes, inventory needs, and other important information effectively with team members and supervisors.
Skills & Competencies:
- Experience: Minimum of two years in large-scale food production, including knowledge of sanitation and safety procedures.
- Certifications: Completion of comprehensive manager certification in food protection and ServSafe Manager certification.
- Time Management: Strong ability to meet deadlines and manage workload efficiently.
- Problem-Solving: Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally.
- Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Physical Abilities:
- Repetitive Motion: Frequent use of hands for food preparation and computer tasks.
- Standing and Walking: Continuous standing and walking in the kitchen.
- Lifting: Regular lifting of bulk food items and food bins weighing 10-70 lbs.
- Reaching and Stooping: Regular reaching for utensils and food items and stooping to retrieve items from lower shelves.
- CELC is a multi site child care agency. Kitchen Staff are responsible for the daily delivery of lunch using their own vehicle. Additional deliveries may be needed for snack and other meal component 1 – 2 times a week. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
Join Us Today!
Take the next step in your career and become a part of the CELC family. Apply now to make a meaningful impact on young lives and grow with us!
Compensation details: 18-24 Yearly Salary
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