Child Care Center Cook - BrightPath Kids

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care • Hamilton Township, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join Kid Works today!

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.

If you love preparing nutritious meals and want to be part of a collaborative team that makes a difference in children’s lives, we’d love to hear from you!

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

• Childcare discount
• 401(k) program with company match
• Opportunities for professional development
• Paid time off (full-time staff)
• Paid holidays (full-time staff)
• Health insurance (full-time staff)
• Dental insurance (full-time staff)
• Vision insurance (full-time staff)
• Life insurance (full-time staff)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED