08/24/2026
School Chef Job Opening!
The Garden Community School – Potlatch, Idaho
Monday–Friday | 6:30 AM–1:30 PM
Do you love cooking, working independently, and being part of a community that cares deeply about children and families?
The Garden Community School is looking for a School Chef to take ownership of our Potlatch kitchen and prepare wholesome, kid-friendly meals for the children in our care.
This is an especially great position for a parent of either young kids or school aged kids! You are welcome to bring your children to work with you, making it possible to work a consistent daytime schedule while still having your kiddos nearby.
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–1:30 PM
No evenings and no weekends!
What You'll Do:
Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks for our students
Follow our rotating school menus and recipes
Help prepare meals that are nutritious, appealing, and kid-friendly
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen
Manage food inventory and help prepare grocery/food orders
Receive and put away food deliveries
Follow food safety and allergy procedures
Complete required meal counts and food-program documentation
Work with our team to make mealtimes a positive part of each child's day
We're Looking for Someone Who Is:
Dependable and able to consistently arrive on time
Organized and comfortable managing a kitchen independently
Comfortable preparing food in larger quantities
Knowledgeable about basic food and kitchen safety
Willing to learn our CACFP food-program requirements—we can provide training!
Warm, positive, and happy to be part of a school environment
Someone who genuinely enjoys feeding and caring for children
Why Work at The Garden?
You'll have a predictable Monday–Friday daytime schedule, no dinner rush, no late nights, and no weekends.
You'll also get to see the children you're cooking for every day. We believe meals are an important part of caring for children well, and our School Chef is an important member of our school community.
To apply: Send us a message with a little about yourself, your cooking experience, and why you think you'd be a great fit for The Garden!
