Preschool Cook

Job description

Description NAYA Family Center is seeking a dedicated Preschool Cook to join our early childhood program. This role focuses on planning, preparing, and serving nutritious, culturally grounded meals for approximately 40 children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, in full compliance with CACFP requirements. The Preschool Cook balances hands-on kitchen work with administrative duties including menu planning, compliance documentation, and inventory management — all within a warm environment that honors First Foods, Native values, and trauma-informed practices. NAYA offers an exceptional benefits package, including free medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees (with affordable options for family members), a 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% match, paid vacation, and 16 paid holidays. This is an hourly, nonexmpt role with pay ranging from $20-23 per hour. Who You Are: - You have 5+ years of culinary experience, including large-batch cooking, and 2+ years of kitchen management or food service leadership. - You have direct experience with CACFP meal pattern compliance and documentation. - Ideally, you have knowledge of Native American history, culture and the local urban Native community.....