Cook- Explorer Academy Daytona in Daytona Beach, Florida at Easter Seals Florida Inc

Salary will be $16.50 per hour

Full-time position working 37.5 hours per week

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm

Job Summary

Are you ready to bring your culinary skills to a meaningful role? We are seeking a caring and reliable Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children ages 1–5 in our Early Childhood Center. This position is responsible for meal preparation, food safety, kitchen cleanliness, and compliance with all federal, state, and local guidelines. If you enjoy cooking with purpose and supporting young children’s growth, we’d love to have you on our team.

A Snapshot of What You’ll Do

• Plan, prepare, and serve meals and snacks according to approved menus and the federal food program
• Ensure proper food receiving, storage, preparation, and sanitation procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hazard-free kitchen environment
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment according to manufacturer guidelines
• Keep accurate food service records for reimbursement and compliance
• Order food and supplies in coordination with the Director while staying within budget
• Support confidentiality and privacy policies related to client information

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least one year of experience in a commercial kitchen
• Current Food Service Handling Certificate (Safe Serve required)
• Ability to stand, bend, lift (up to 50 lbs.), and work on your feet for extended periods
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and basic nutrition
• CPR/First Aid and DCF training preferred (or completed after hire)

Join us in creating healthy meals and happy moments for our youngest learners every day!

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 - 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.