Preschool Chef

Company Overview

Primrose Schools provides early education and care to children and families across the United States. Each school is privately owned and operated by a franchise owner, who serves as the employer.

Overview

As a School Chef, you'll prepare and serve meals that support children's daily school experience. You'll lead kitchen operations, coordinate food production, and follow food safety and sanitizing procedures. Your impact: Thoughtful menu planning and safe, consistent meal service help children and school teams enjoy nourishing meals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals; manage food preparation and production for daily service and catering needs.
• Plan menus and oversee food handling, sanitation, and food safety practices.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, and cost control to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Lead and supervise kitchen teams, coordinate shifts, and maintain organized workflows.
• Support food service management, including banquet or special-event service when needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking, food preparation, food service, kitchen operations, or the food industry.
• Background in kitchen or restaurant management, team management, shift management, or leading teams as a chef.
• Knowledge of inventory management and control, food management, and food safety procedures.
• Preferred: Dietary department, catering, banquet, fine dining, restaurant, hospitality, or broader culinary experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervising experience; ability to serve meals in a school setting.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Food provided
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person