New Creations | St. Michael, MN
Starting at $18.00/hour, based on experience and education
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Day Shift | No Nights or Weekends!
Make a Difference, One Meal at a Time!
Do you enjoy preparing nutritious meals, staying organized, and making a positive difference in children's lives? At New Creations, our Kitchen Coordinator plays an important role in helping children grow, learn, and thrive by providing healthy, delicious meals and snacks in a safe and nurturing environment.
We're looking for a dependable, organized, and health-conscious individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a team that makes a difference every day.
As our Kitchen Coordinator, you'll take ownership of daily kitchen operations, help ensure every child’s dietary needs and food allergies are carefully accommodated, and create a clean, welcoming, and well-organized kitchen. If you love working independently, enjoy keeping things running smoothly, and want a rewarding position with a family-friendly schedule, we'd love to meet you!
Why You'll Love Working at New Creations
We believe in supporting the people who care for our children. We offer a variety of benefits designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
- Childcare discounts and employee discounts
- Bonusly monthly bonus opportunities
- Referral program
- Professional development assistance
- Team engagement activities
- Consistent weekday schedule
- No nights or weekends!
Your Schedule
- Full-time, in-person position at our St. Michael location
- Monday through Friday
- Day shift
- Nine-hour shift, including a one-hour unpaid break
What You'll Do
Prepare Nutritious Meals for Growing Minds
- Prepare and serve daily meals and snacks according to approved menus and age-appropriate portion sizes.
- Follow dietary restrictions, food allergy procedures, and children's nutritional needs.
- Use daily classroom attendance counts to plan appropriate food quantities and minimize waste.
- Coordinate the delivery and retrieval of meal carts according to classroom schedules.
Keep the Kitchen Running Smoothly
- Manage weekly grocery lists, food inventory, and ordering.
- Monitor kitchen supplies and communicate restocking needs before items run out.
- Help manage food and supply budgets responsibly.
- Wash dishes, restock supplies, and complete daily kitchen cleaning and organization.
Maintain a Safe, Clean, and Compliant Kitchen
- Follow all applicable childcare licensing, DCYF, health department, and food safety requirements.
- Maintain required kitchen licenses, certifications, postings, and documentation.
- Follow proper food handling, storage, sanitation, and handwashing procedures.
- Monitor refrigerator and freezer temperatures and maintain accurate temperature logs.
- Keep food storage areas, shelves, refrigerators, and freezers clean, organized, and sanitary.
- Ensure required cleaning supplies and food safety equipment are properly maintained and available.
Coordinate Menus and Documentation
- Upload and post current menus in our parent communication app, classrooms, and parent areas.
- Provide weekly lunch counts to the Site Director.
- Maintain accurate menu and food service records.
- Communicate menu changes, allergy considerations, and food needs to the appropriate team members.
Be a Valued Part of Our Team
- Work closely with teaching staff and the Site Director to support children's nutritional needs.
- Share basic nutrition information with staff when appropriate.
- Help coordinate staff meals and breaks as directed.
- Participate in staff meetings and required training.
- Occasionally assist in the classroom when needed to support staffing ratios.
- Contribute to a positive, safe, and supportive environment for children and coworkers.
What We're Looking For
Our ideal candidate is someone who:
- Is dependable, organized, and attentive to detail.
- Takes pride in preparing and serving nutritious meals.
- Understands the importance of food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation.
- Can manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
- Communicates well and enjoys collaborating with a team.
- Takes food allergies, dietary restrictions, and children's well-being seriously.
- Is willing to complete required training and maintain applicable certifications.
Experience in food preparation, food service, or a childcare kitchen is valuable. Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is responsible, proactive, and passionate about making a difference in children's daily lives.
Why This Role Matters
At New Creations, meals are about more than food. They help children feel cared for, develop healthy habits, and get the nourishment they need to learn and grow. As our Kitchen Coordinator, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day while enjoying a consistent weekday schedule and becoming an important part of our childcare community.
Ready to bring your organization, creativity, and passion for nutrition to New Creations?
We'd love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a team where the work you do matters.
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Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED
• Valid ServSafe and State of Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager License preferred but may be required if needed.
• Demonstrates qualities of a team player, including genuine concern for others, excellent listening, and problem-solving capabilities. Presents concerns in a thoughtful, balanced manner, compromises and/or in group situations seeks consensus when appropriate.
• State of Minnesota background check and fingerprints shall determine that the applicant has not been “convicted of a felony... has no criminal record that the commissioner reasonably believes renders the person unsuitable to be employed in a childcare center.”
• Certification in Adult and Pediatric First Aid & CPR completed within 30 days of employment.
• Complete all training requirements under DCYF standards
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
With or without reasonable accommodation, this position requires:
• Extensive standing and walking; sitting on the floor and on low (12”) chairs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Lifting and carrying children extensively in the infant/toddler program; less frequently in the preschool program, but the children are heavier.
• Lifting, unloading, and carrying food
• Frequent moving of equipment (cots, tables, etc.).
• Pushing children in buggies, strollers, and walking for considerable periods.
• The necessity of being outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to unpleasant odors and fluids caused by vomit (occasional) and bodily elimination.
• Relatively frequent exposure to loud noises (baby crying, toys falling, and other common occurrences of children at play).
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to work on your feet for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs on a daily basis
• Reliable and consistent.