Child Care Center Cook

About the role

Join a strong community where all we do is care for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for: benefits, balance, opportunity, and recognition. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated. This is more than just a daycare job—it’s a journey where you learn, grow, thrive, and play every day.

Responsibilities

• Create home-style, nutritional meal plans within the school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements.
• Prepare meals and snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms.
• Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Requirements

• Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred.
• A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
• Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: $17.22–$17.89 hourly, with bi-weekly and daily pay options; based on position, education, and experience.

• Immediate health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for full-time employees.
• Paid time off and 401(k) with company match for full-time employees.
• Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees.

Schedule

Monday–Friday work week; no nights or weekends.