Preschool Cook

Cross Schools | Early Education
Bluffton, South Carolina

Cross Schools is seeking a dependable, caring, and organized Preschool Cook to join our Early Education team. This position is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious lunches and snacks for our preschool students while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming kitchen environment.

The ideal candidate enjoys working in a school environment, takes pride in preparing meals for children, and understands the importance of food safety, cleanliness, and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve daily lunches and snacks for preschool students according to established menus and schedules.
• Ensure meals and snacks are prepared in appropriate portions for young children.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, food preparation area, appliances, and storage areas.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food and supplies.
• Monitor food inventory and communicate purchasing or restocking needs.
• Assist with receiving and organizing food deliveries.
• Follow established procedures regarding student food allergies, dietary restrictions, and special meal requirements.
• Coordinate with preschool leadership and classroom staff regarding meal and snack schedules.
• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and food preparation equipment.
• Complete required cleaning and sanitation tasks throughout the day.
• Help minimize food waste while maintaining appropriate meal portions.
• Maintain required food service records and documentation, as applicable.
• Demonstrate a positive, professional attitude when interacting with students, families, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.