Child Care Center Cook - BrightPath Kids
About the role
As a Center Cook, you'll play a vital role in fueling young minds and bodies by preparing healthy and delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Your attention to nutrition and food safety helps ensure our children are energized and ready to learn and grow each day. You'll also take pride in keeping our kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly. In addition to your kitchen role, we welcome and value cooks who are interested in spending time in the classroom. This unique opportunity allows you to build meaningful connections with the children by supporting teachers and engaging in classroom activities. While not required, your presence in both the kitchen and classroom helps create a warm, supportive environment for all. If you love preparing nutritious meals and want to be part of a collaborative team that makes a difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Prepare healthy and delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Ensure attention to nutrition and food safety
- Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly
- Optionally support teachers and engage in classroom activities to build connections with children
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 1+ years of food preparation experience preferred
- ServSafe Food Handler certification preferred
- Child and Adult Food Care Program (CACFP) experience preferred
- Ability to work within regular operating hours
- Must meet state criteria for child care employment
Benefits
- Generous child care discount for all employees
- 401(k) program with company match
- Opportunities for professional development to support long-term career goals
- Paid time off and paid holidays for full-time staff
- Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and life insurance for full-time staff
Pay
$17.50 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule
Full-Time or Part-Time