This position serves as a dedicated Chef to prepare and serve nutritious meals to the children attending The Academy at Biltmore Church. The Chef will be responsible for cooking and delivering a light breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack while ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently, cleanly, and in accordance with all health and safety regulations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Prepare, cook, and deliver healthy and nutritious meals for children, including a light breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack.
• Inventory Management: Place regular orders with food suppliers to ensure the kitchen has an adequate supply of food and materials. Maintain inventory records.
• Menu Planning: Plan and prepare menus in accordance with the designated food program, ensuring meals are balanced and meet the nutritional needs of the children.
• Kitchen Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including the upkeep of kitchen equipment, utensils, dishes, cookware, and meal supplies.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all policies, state regulations, and guidelines from the Department of Health and Sanitation to ensure the kitchen meets safety standards.
• Professional Development: Maintain a personal professional development plan to continue improving skills and staying current with food safety and nutrition standards.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen and meal service.

• Full-time position.
• Opportunity to influence children’s nutrition and health.
• Professional development opportunities.

• Previous kitchen experience.
• Experience in food preparation and kitchen management, preferably in a childcare setting.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for working with children.
• Ability to follow health and safety guidelines.