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Preschool Chef - Experienced Food Service Professional Primrose School of Stafford at Embrey Mill

Preschool Chef - Experienced Food Service Professional

Full Time • Primrose School of Stafford at Embrey Mill
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Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
Role: Experienced Food Service - Preschool Chef at Primrose School of Stafford at Embrey Mill - 805 Wonder Rd Stafford, VA 22554 Brand new preschool projected to open late fall 2025. 

Be a part of the Beginning of Something Big!

Are you eager to make a difference in the health and nutrition of young children? As the Preschool Chef at Primrose School of Stafford at Embrey Mill, you’ll prepare delicious, balanced meals that fuel children’s growth, spark curiosity, and support their lifelong love of learning.

What You'll Find at Primrose School of Stafford at Embrey Mill: 
  • A culture built on respect, trust, and belonging — where every team member feels valued and empowered to make a difference
  • A supportive, caring team committed to health and safety
  • A joyful and welcoming environment where your work has meaning
  • A warm, family-like culture that values work-life harmony
  • Opportunities to give back to the community through service and charitable events

How You’ll Make an Impact:
  • Encourage healthy habits by preparing nutritious, child-friendly meals
  • Safeguard children by strictly following allergy and dietary guidelines
  • Bring consistency by executing menus in collaboration with the Director
  • Co-manage kitchen operations including ordering, budgeting, and inventory
  • Support school culture by preparing meals for special events as needed
Qualifications:
  • Current Serve Safe Certificate
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in food preparation and kitchen management (preschool or similar environment preferred)
  • Knowledge of Virginia licensing regulations
  • Proven track record of managing food service operations while ensuring full adherence to Virginia Health Department regulations
  • Strong inventory management and budgeting skills
  • Understanding of child safety and choking hazard prevention
  • Experience supervising or leading kitchen teams
Position Details
  • Schedule: 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM (with potential full-time responsibilities depending on qualifications and ability to support classrooms)
  • Salary Range: Competitive
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about bringing healthy meals and joyful energy to little learners, apply today and help us launch this brand-new school!

Why Join Us?
At Primrose School of Stafford at Embrey Mill, we’re more than a preschool — we’re a place where education meets inspiration. If you’re passionate about children, committed to high-quality nutrition, and eager to be part of something new and meaningful, we’d love to meet you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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Benefits

CAREER DEVELOPMENT
As a preschool teacher, you'll develop the skills you need to advance your career in education or launch the next chapter of your professional life.
INDUSTRY-LEADING CURRICULUM
Teachers at Primrose schools are educators, not babysitters. They all use our Balanced Learning approach - an exclusive, research-informed method that gives you both structure and flexibility, so you can make the most of every moment in the classroom.
SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY
You'll be part of a team of educators and in-school leaders who feel more like family and are as invested in the children - and your future - as you are.