Childcare Cook / Bus Driver

Love making a difference? You'll fit right in. There's something truly special about knowing you're shaping a child's future. When you join The Sunshine House family, you're not just taking a job—you're making an impact. For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been nurturing young minds and helping children thrive.

Compensation & Pay Range

$15 and up. Candidates with previous experience cooking or working in early childhood education may qualify for higher pay within the range. Regular increases are considered with stellar performance and years of service.

Cook 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 preparations and proper sanitation methods are used and maintains a safe kitchen/pantry area.
• Maintains inventory of food and supplies.
• Must be willing to work in the classroom.

Driver Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment.
• Transport children to/from school in a 14-passenger minibus.
• Complete safety checks and drills.

Requirements

• Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for large group food service, preferably in a childcare center, preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• At least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.
• Experience transporting children in a commercial vehicle preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience working in licensed childcare.
• Ability to pass background checks & health assessments.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Benefits

Our team is our family. You invest in our children, and we invest in you!

• Competitive Pay: The pay range is just the starting point. Our hiring managers carefully consider your experience, credentials, & education and complete annual salary evaluations. Ask about how we support advancement (like tuition reimbursement) that may increase your pay.
• Discounted childcare
• Same day pay available
• Unlimited growth opportunities
• Referral bonus
• Fantastic Benefits Package: You have lots of choices for health, dental, vision, and other benefits such as AFLAC. Choices afford you control over how you'd like to receive your healthcare, and how much you want to pay for it.
  • Affordable Blue Cross Blue Shield plans
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Employee wellness program
• Work-Life Balance:
  • Paid time off starts accruing from day one. The longer you stay with the company, the more time off you earn—including 7 paid holidays.
  • Monday-Friday schedule
  • Employee discounts on major brands like Verizon
  • Paid birthday holiday
• Education Supports:
  • All required professional development is paid.
  • Interested in continuing your education? We pay for the CDA program and support TEACH.
  • Paid trainings & professional development
  • Up to 95% FREE tuition for CDA, associate's, bachelor's or master's programs with the TEACH program. Eligible bonuses could push the amount of funding to over 100%.

About The Sunshine House

For 50 years, The Sunshine House has provided high-quality early education and childcare for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. We operate more than 100 schools across 7 states, helping children build a solid educational and social foundation while having fun. Learn more at www.sunshinehouse.com.

Hear From Our Happy Teammates

• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I love coming to work every day because I truly enjoy my job, my coworkers, and the wonderful children we serve!" - Columbia, SC
• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Sunshine House is a supportive and welcoming environment where we work together to provide the best care for our little ones." - Stockbridge, GA
• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "My supervisors have always supported my growth here. It's one of the best work environments I've ever experienced!" - Little Elm, TX

Now Hiring at: 1794 Eagle Drive Woodstock GA 30189