Childcare Cook

We are hiring immediately for a Childcare Cook at our top-rated preschool in Huntersville. No nights or weekends!

Pay

$16-18 per hour, based on experience, education, and credentials.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and distributes meals/snacks for children and staff according to guidelines and provided menus.
• Follows daily menu that incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.
• Ensures safe food preparation and proper sanitation methods are used and maintains a safe kitchen/pantry area.
• Maintains inventory of food and supplies.
• Assists in classrooms to cover breaks.
• Transports children in a small bus to and from local elementary schools (and field trips during summer months).

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have a clean driving record (no more than 2 violations in the last 5 years).
• Previous experience transporting children in a commercial vehicle or working in licensed childcare or afterschool program preferred.
• Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for large group food service, preferably in a childcare center.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Ability to pass background checks and health assessments.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Benefits

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave.
• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule; no nights or weekends.
• Discounted childcare.
• Tuition reimbursement programs.
• Career advancement and growth opportunities.
• Same day pay available.
• Employee discount program.

About The Sunshine House

The Sunshine House is one of the largest early education and childcare companies in the United States, operating more than 100 schools in 8 states, employing 2,000 professional educators and caregivers, and serving more than 12,000 children each day.