Childcare Cook

The Nest Schools • Vandalia, OH

8d • $12 - $19

About The Position

The Nest Schools is seeking a dependable, caring, and experienced Childcare Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children in a safe, welcoming environment. The role supports children’s healthy habits, classrooms, teachers, and families. The Cook plans menus that meet nutritional guidelines, tracks allergies and dietary restrictions, maintains food and kitchen inventory records, delivers meals to classrooms, and keeps preparation and storage areas clean and sanitary. The position also requires following food safety requirements, accurately recording meals served, and communicating with school leadership and classroom staff as needed.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience preparing meals in a school, daycare center, restaurant, or similar setting.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and nutritional meal preparation.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A dependable, patient, flexible, and positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
• A current State Food Manager License or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull a minimum of 20 pounds, including children and classroom materials, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children.
• Plan and post menus that meet nutritional guidelines.
• Carefully track food allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain food, kitchen supply, and inventory records.
• Deliver meals safely and on schedule to classrooms.
• Keep the kitchen, storage areas, and food preparation spaces clean and sanitary.
• Follow health, safety, and food-handling requirements.
• Accurately record and report meals served.
• Communicate with school leadership and classroom staff as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays based on hours worked.
• Childcare discounts.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Employee Appreciation and Recognition Program.
• A supportive team and a workplace that values fun, kindness, and wellness.

What This Job Offers

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