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Food Service Teacher - School Chef Richmond

Food Service Teacher - School Chef

Full Time • Richmond
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Role:  Food Service Teacher - School Chef at Primrose School of Aliana - 11225 Markdow Road Richmond, TX 77407
Opening Fall 2025.

Goal:  To prepare and serve healthy snacks and meals to students and staff while managing food orders and costs to meet budget and minimize waste. 

Qualifications:
  • Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency, including ability to pass   background check
  • Previous experience in catering or professional cooking in a childcare center, senior living, or restaurant preferred
  • Food manager certification preferred, if not, ability to obtain food manager certification
  Essential Job Functions:
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling food orders and food preparation and of children for potential emergency situations
  • Prepare weekly menus following Primrose-approved menu choices. 
  • Complete food order in a timely fashion, managing budget, food waste, and storage.
  • Order paper goods for the school, including plates, utensils, toilet paper and paper towels. 
  • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
  • Implement safe storage of food products, including labeling 
  • Respond quickly to emergencies or safety issues involving children or coworkers.
  • Follow health and safety guidelines, including sanitation and hygiene practices.
  • Collaborate with other staff members and administrators to ensure the well-being of children.
  • Prepare safe and nutritious alternative meal and snack options for children with dietary restrictions and allergies
  • Meet basic requirements of child licensing and other regulatory agencies. 
Skill Sets:
  • Coachable
  • Competent and confident
  • High integrity
  • Good listening and follow-up skills
  • Able to work with others harmoniously 
  • High coping capabilities
  • Solution and detail-oriented
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Responsibilities:
  • Is responsible for the overall food service at the school, including preparing and serving breakfast, snacks and lunch. 
  • Prepare meals and snacks for school special events as needed. 
  • Wash dishes and maintain a clean kitchen daily. 
  • Oversee overall kitchen function.
  • Prepare menu weekly using Primrose-approved menu options and considering individual needs of the students at the school, including dietary restrictions and allergies. 
  • Prepare and submit food order on time. 
  • Observe all rules and regulations at Primrose School of Aliana and the local, state or national regulatory agencies and health department pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
  • Attend all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
  • Maintain overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of Aliana Employee Handbook
  • Assist in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary. 
 Reports to:  Director or Designee

Non-Exempt
Compensation: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour




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Benefits

CAREER DEVELOPMENT
As a preschool teacher, you'll develop the skills you need to advance your career in education or launch the next chapter of your professional life.
INDUSTRY-LEADING CURRICULUM
Teachers at Primrose schools are educators, not babysitters. They all use our Balanced Learning approach - an exclusive, research-informed method that gives you both structure and flexibility, so you can make the most of every moment in the classroom.
SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY
You'll be part of a team of educators and in-school leaders who feel more like family and are as invested in the children - and your future - as you are.