Lead Cook

Job Description
Type of Job: 
Full-Time
Main Areas of Responsibility: 

Are you a passionate culinary professional with a love for working with children? The Children's Learning Center is looking for a creative and collaborative Lead Cook to lead our kitchen team in preparing wholesome meals and fostering a positive relationship with food for our children. Some key responsibilities are to plan, prepare, and cook breakfast, lunch, and snacks according to established menus and Catholic Charities' guidelines.

Additional Areas of Responsibility: 

Ensure all food is prepared and served in a safe and hygienic manner, adhering to all food safety and sanitation procedures.  Maintain accurate inventory of food and supplies, placing orders as needed and staying within budget. Oversee kitchen operations, including cleaning, organizing, and maintaining all kitchen equipment and storage areas.

Other Information/Requirements: 

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of 2 years of cooking experience in a licensed childcare or school setting. Must have a NM Food handler Safety Certification, a clear and current Tuberculosis Test. Trained in food, nutrition, dietetics, and/or child food preparation and management. Ability to adapt meals to accommodate children with allergies or dietary restrictions. Ability to plan menus, manage inventory within a budget, and maintain a clean and organized kitchen.

How to Apply: 

E-mail resume and letter of intent to Catholic Charities, Human Resources, to [email protected].
EEO - It is the policy of Catholic Charities not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, genetic information, or veteran status. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted directly.

Salary Range: 
19.00 -20.52
Contact Information
Name: 
Rose Pace
Agency/Organization: 
Catholic Charities
Address: 
2010 Bridge Blvd. SW
City: 
Albuquerque
State: 
New Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 
87105
Business Phone: 
505.724.4670
Business Fax: 
Email Address: 
[email protected]
www.ccasfnm.org
Internal Info
Date to Post: 
Aug 5 2025
Date to Remove: 
Aug 22 2025

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