About the Role
Bright Minds Academy is seeking a detail-oriented, energetic Kitchen Staff member to manage food preparation, meal service, and kitchen operations across our three early childhood education centers. In this full-time role, you'll prepare nutritious meals and snacks, manage dishwashing, maintain impeccable sanitation standards, and keep our kitchens and facilities clean and organized. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in food safety, and have the stamina to manage multiple locations, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Morning Food Preparation (8:00 AM – 10:30 AM)
● Start your day at one primary location to prepare and deliver meals and snacks for all three centers
● Prep all meals and snacks for the day according to menu specifications and dietary requirements
● Ensure proper food handling, storage, and temperature control
● Load and transport prepared food to the other two locations
Mid-Day Operations (10:30 AM – 2:00 PM)
● Dishwashing: Manage AM snack and lunch dishes at all locations on schedule
● Daily Sanitation: Keep countertops, prep surfaces, and floors spotless throughout the day
● Trash Management: Efficiently remove and manage trash at all three locations
● Equipment Care: Handle all dishes and equipment with care, reporting any issues immediately
Afternoon Cleaning & Final Tasks (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
● Deep Facility Cleaning: Clean and sanitize staff bathrooms, mop hallways, and tackle additional facility areas
● Weekly Assignments: Rotate through refrigerator and cabinet maintenance as needed
● Final Snack Prep & Dishes: Complete end-of-day snack preparation and manage all snack-related dishes
● End-of-Day Close: Ensure all kitchens and facilities are clean, organized, and ready for the next day
The Pace
This is a demanding, schedule-driven position that requires excellent time management and coordination across three locations. You'll handle back-to-back meal prep, dishwashing, and facility cleaning throughout your 8-hour shift. Success means staying organized, anticipating needs, managing transitions between locations smoothly, and maintaining consistently high standards for food safety and cleanliness.
What We're Looking For
● Food Prep Skills: You understand basic meal and snack preparation, can follow menus, and prioritize food safety
● Attention to Detail: You inspect dishes and food for quality, catch expired items, notice sanitation issues before they escalate, and follow KOEC standards meticulously
● Time Management: You juggle prep, service, dishwashing, and cleaning across three locations without dropping tasks
● Reliability & Stamina: You're punctual, present, and physically capable of standing, lifting, and moving throughout an 8-hour day
● Food Safety Mindset: You understand that meal quality and kitchen sanitation directly impact child health and safety
● Communication: You report issues immediately, coordinate with center directors, and ask clarifying questions
● Work Ethic: You take pride in clean kitchens, organized facilities, and supporting our centers' operations
Requirements
● Food safety knowledge
● Closed-toe, slip-resistant shoes required
● Ability to work across three centers during the same shift
● Commitment to KOEC childcare sanitation and food safety standards
● Reliable transportation
● Physical ability to lift, carry, stand, and move throughout the shift
● High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Hours
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday–Friday (includes 30-minute unpaid lunch break)
Why Join Bright Minds Academy?
You'll be the foundation of our food service and facility operations, directly supporting the health, nutrition, and safety of children across three centers. We value our team and recognize that this essential work keeps our centers running smoothly and our children well-fed and thriving.
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
