Kitchen Assistant and Daycare Floor Support

Kitchen & Floor Support Team Member – Early Learning Center

Join Our Team at Little Lights Learning Center!

Little Lights Learning Center is looking for a dependable, hardworking, and caring Kitchen & Floor Support Team Member to join our team! This position is perfect for someone who enjoys variety in their day and wants to make a meaningful impact by supporting both our kitchen operations and classrooms.

You'll help ensure our children receive nutritious meals while also assisting teachers throughout the center to create a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment.

Position Responsibilities

Kitchen Duties

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks according to CACFP meal guidelines.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department requirements.
• Wash dishes, sanitize kitchen equipment, and maintain a clean kitchen.
• Monitor food inventory and notify leadership of supply needs.
• Complete meal counts, production records, and other required CACFP documentation.
• Ensure meals are served on schedule and dietary accommodations are followed.

Floor Support Duties

• Assist classrooms throughout the center, from infants through school age, as needed.
• Help supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, and transitions.
• Support teachers with daily routines, cleaning, organizing, and classroom setup.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment throughout the center.
• Provide breaks and additional classroom support to ensure licensing ratios are maintained.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members.

Qualifications

• Previous childcare experience is preferred.
• Previous food service or commercial kitchen experience is a plus.
• Experience with the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), including meal planning, meal counts, production records, and compliance requirements, is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain active throughout the day.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Must pass all required background checks and meet state licensing requirements.

We're Looking for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable and punctual.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Flexible and willing to jump in wherever support is needed.
• Passionate about serving children and supporting a team.
• Positive, hardworking, and eager to learn.

Why Join Little Lights Learning Center?

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Paid training and professional development.
• Supportive leadership team.
• Opportunities for growth within the organization.
• Faith-based, family-oriented work environment.
• A rewarding career making a difference in the lives of children every day.

If you're looking for a position where you can help children thrive while being part of a supportive and caring team, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and become an important part of the Little Lights Learning Center family!

Pay: $18.50 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $21