We feel called to carry out the Good News for current and future generations, and we want to use our spiritual gifts to serve others as faithful stewards of God’s grace. Our goal is to teach God’s children to know and love Him with their whole hearts so they can tell the next generation of the greatness of God. And we want you to join us in shaping futures we can be proud to share, while honoring God in all we do.

When you join our team, you become a part of our family! You will be directly supported as we share the challenges and successes we experience every day. Together, united in Christ, we will teach the children in our care that Jesus loves them, and He is their friend. We will encourage them to reach their highest potential by growing spiritually, academically, physically, emotionally and socially. And you will be surprised at how much you in turn will also grow in these same ways!

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Position: Cook/Cook Assistant

Reports to: Director

Job Description:

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A COOK / COOK ASSISTANT at LCA must be an energetic, creative, patient and loving individual with a heart for young children.   The position requires attention to detail and the ability to meet specific guidelines and requirements as stated by the IDPH and DCFS. The Cook / Cook Assistant should understand this position is one of preparing, cooking, serving, and cleaning, but also one of nurturing and caring for children. This Cook / Cook Assistant must have a saving faith in Jesus Christ, and carry out the mission and values of LCA. This person must be available to work as needed, approximately 9:30am until 1:30pm.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach by word and example the love of Christ, and basic Bible truths and stories

• Be respectful of children, parents and coworkers at all times

• Ensure meeting all Illinois DCFS policies, procedures and standards as set forth in Part #407 of the Licensing Standards for Daycare Centers as related to our food program

• Obtain and maintain a Food Safety Manager’s Certificate

• Keep safety the number one priority at all times

• Create and present monthly meal plans that meet the Child Nutrition Guidelines to the Director for approval

• Create and present weekly orders with our food distributor based on the approved meal plans

• Receive and properly store all food brought into the daycare

• Prepare all snacks and meals and deliver them to appropriate classrooms

• Follow strict time constraints each day to maintain food integrity and the overall daily schedule of the program

• Properly clean and sanitize all kitchen tools and surfaces as required by the IDPH

• Receive feedback from staff regarding student preferences and needs for future meal plans

• Ensure the plans and food selections are planned with both the children’s needs and an allotted budget in consideration

• Be flexible and willing to accept changes as needed

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• Qualifications:

• A participating member of a home church

• Completion of High School or equivalent GED

• Prior experience in a Daycare or Preschool is a plus

• Submit to and pass a criminal background check

• Provide proof of a medical examination and a current TB test with negative result

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills