Child Care Center Cook
About The Position
As a Center Cook, you'll play a vital role in fueling young minds and bodies by preparing healthy and delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Your attention to nutrition and food safety helps ensure our children are energized and ready to learn and grow each day. You’ll also take pride in keeping our kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly. In addition to your kitchen role, we welcome and value cooks who are interested in spending time in the classroom. This unique opportunity allows you to build meaningful connections with the children by supporting teachers and engaging in classroom activities. While not required, your presence in both the kitchen and classroom helps create a warm, supportive environment for all.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to work within regular operating hours
- Must meet state criteria for child care employment
Nice To Haves
- 1+ years of food preparation experience preferred
- ServSafe Food Handler certification preferred
- Child and Adult Food Care Program (CACFP) experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Preparing healthy and delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
- Ensuring attention to nutrition and food safety.
- Keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly.
- Supporting teachers and engaging in classroom activities (optional).
Benefits
- Generous child care discount to ALL employees
- 401(k) program with company match
- Opportunities for professional development
- Paid time off (for full-time staff)
- Paid holidays (for full-time staff)
- Health insurance (for full-time staff)
- Dental insurance (for full-time staff)
- Vision insurance (for full-time staff)
- Life insurance (for full-time staff)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
