Cook/Food Prep
About Children of America (COA)
Children of America is a special blend of people, principles, and pride, making our organization rich in diversity and strength. Our programs serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp. Our goal is to provide nutritious, wholesome meals and snacks cooked onsite.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to posted menus
- Determine meal and snack counts and distribute food to each classroom
- Remove trays and leftover food from classrooms and dispose appropriately
- Perform weekly inventory of food and supplies; submit list of needed items
- Order food and supplies from approved vendors within budget set by management
- Check-in deliveries to ensure order accuracy
- Keep the kitchen, appliances, cabinets, and all inventory organized and clean
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Driver's License
- PlanServSage certification
- Strong work ethic and customer service mindset
- Experience cooking for schools or preschools is a plus but not required (paid training provided)
- Love for children and working in an early childhood environment
Qualifications
- Love for children and working in an early childhood environment
Skills
- Love for children and working in an early childhood environment
Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities across 65+ locations; we proudly promote from within
- Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, Dental, Vision Life, Accident, & Disability insurance
- Paid vacation, sick time, and company-paid holidays
- 50% employee childcare discount
- Subsidized tuition program for continuing education/career advancement (up to $500 per semester)
- Annual center performance raise
- Monthly & yearly recognition programs
- Employee referral bonuses
Pay
$16.00- $20.00 (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity)
Schedule
This role may also be eligible for performance-based incentives and additional benefits.
Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities across 65+ locations; we proudly promote from within
- Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, Dental, Vision Life, Accident, & Disability insurance
- Paid vacation, sick time, and company-paid holidays
- 50% employee childcare discount
- Subsidized tuition program for continuing education/career advancement (up to $500 per semester)
- Annual center performance raise
- Monthly & yearly recognition programs
- Employee referral bonuses
Equal Employment Opportunity
Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.