Preschool Cook

Cadence Academy Preschool • Temple, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

We are hungry for a Preschool Cook to join our vibrant team of childcare superstars! If you’re passionate about kids and bring experience from childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to whip up delicious, healthy meals that fuel our preschoolers’ adventures. We’re hiring NOW—grab your apron and let’s get cooking! At Cadence, we’re all about serving bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. Our innovative curriculum and warm, home-like environments are the secret sauce of early education. You’ll join a fun, collaborative team that thrives on open communication, teamwork, and a shared love for child development. We’re not just a preschool—we’re a kitchen for lifelong learning, and we need your culinary talents to keep our kids energized! This role involves creating nutritious, kid-approved meals and snacks, managing food and supply storage, serving meals to classrooms, handling dishes, and maintaining a spotless kitchen. Additionally, it includes extra tasks like laundry, cleaning equipment, and sanitizing toys to keep the school sparkling. The position requires some lifting and offers an immediate start.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years old.
• Meets all state preschool cook requirements.
• 1 year of experience in food planning, preparation, and service, following USDA guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Current Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Create nutritious, kid-approved meals and snacks.
• Keep the kitchen organized, managing food and supply storage.
• Serve meals to classrooms, ensuring every child is fueled for learning and play.
• Handle dishes and maintain a spotless, efficient kitchen system.
• Pitch in with extra tasks like laundry, cleaning equipment, and sanitizing toys to keep our school sparkling.
• Whip up minor meal prep with care, ensuring healthy, tasty dishes for our kids.
• Keep food and supply storage areas organized and ready for action.
• Distribute meals to classrooms with a smile, making every delivery a delight.
• Maintain a clean, efficient kitchen, handling dishes and systems like a pro.
• Tackle extra duties like laundry and cleaning to keep our school shining.
• Bring energy and enthusiasm to a role that involves some lifting.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• On-demand pay with UKG Wallet—access your earnings anytime!
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) with employer match to cook up a secure future.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and even pet insurance!
• Paid time off that grows with seniority
• Paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid CDA
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development to spice up your career.
• Tight-knit team and a culture that prioritizes work-life harmony.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees