Child Care Center Cook

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care • Ellington, CT

10d

About The Position

BrightPath Kids is hiring a full-time Center Cook in Ellington, Connecticut. The cook prepares healthy, delicious breakfasts, lunches, and snacks for children, with attention to nutrition and food safety, and keeps the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly. Cooks who are interested may also spend time in the classroom supporting teachers and participating in classroom activities; classroom involvement is welcome but not required. The position offers a pay range of $16.94–$18.50 per hour and does not require evening or weekend work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet state criteria for child care employment.
• Ability to work within regular operating hours.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of food preparation experience.
• ServSafe Food Handler certification.
• Child and Adult Food Care Program (CACFP) experience.
• Interest in supporting teachers and engaging in classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy meals for breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
• Follow nutrition and food safety practices when preparing food.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly.
• Optionally support teachers and engage in classroom activities.

Benefits

• 60% child care discount for all employees.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
• 7 paid holidays off for full-time staff.
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance for full-time staff.

What This Job Offers

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