Childcare Food Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Description : POSITION SUMMARY :

The Childcare Food Specialist plays a vital dual role in ensuring the smooth operation of the food services within the childcare center. This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and health-compliant kitchen, managing food inventory and supplies, assisting with meal preparation, and ensuring proper food handling and allergy safety protocols are strictly followed. The Food Specialist collaborates with staff to promote healthy eating habits among children and ensures all meals meet health and safety standards.

In addition to kitchen duties, this role offers flexibility by supporting classroom staff as an Assistant Teacher / Floater when needed, contributing to a positive and nurturing learning environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, organizational skills, and a commitment to child safety and well-being. Must be available Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 2 PM.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to health and safety regulations
• Collaborate with staff to promote healthy eating habits among children
• Assists with meal prep
• Maintain cleanliness of the entire kitchen (appliances, counters, sinks, floors, and storage areas), including washing dishes and kitchen utensils
• Safely use kitchen equipment and utensils as needed
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines
• Ensure the safety of all children by following dietary restrictions and allergy protocols
• Adhere to proper food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures ensuring that food is stored and handled properly
• Demonstrates flexibility to the daily business need of a childcare center
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher / Floater

Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure the success of the YMCA and its mission-driven work.

COMPENSATION :

$13.80 - $17.24 ; Part-Time, Non-Exempt (up to 25 hours / week)

BENEFITS :

Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS :

Certificates and Licenses

Work Environment and Physical Demands :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.