Childcare Center Cook

The Learning Experience • Jenison, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a dependable Childcare Center Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children. This role offers a consistent weekday schedule, making it ideal for individuals with professional food preparation experience who wish to avoid restaurant nights and weekends. The position involves maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment while adhering to all food safety and sanitation standards.

Requirements

• Previous professional cooking, kitchen, or food preparation experience preferred
• Experience preparing meals for children, schools, childcare programs, or group settings is a plus
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage practices
• Food safety certification preferred
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently
• Comfortable managing documented food allergies and dietary restrictions
• Must meet applicable Michigan requirements for the position

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to established menus and schedules
• Follow appropriate portion sizes and meal requirements
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen
• Properly store, label, rotate, and monitor food and supplies
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures
• Maintain awareness of children's food allergies and dietary restrictions
• Distribute meals and snacks to classrooms
• Wash dishes and maintain kitchen equipment and food preparation areas
• Monitor food and supply inventory and communicate ordering needs
• Maintain required food service documentation
• Work collaboratively with teachers and center leadership
• Follow Michigan childcare, health, sanitation, and food safety requirements

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Employee childcare discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed