Daycare Cook - Childtime, S Eastern Ave.

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: You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more. You want balance. 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. You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program. You want recognition. 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. Working at a childcare center is something special.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall food preparation for the school’s enrolled children.
• Adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules.
• 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).
• Willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
• Flexibility regarding hours and schedule of work.

Pay

Compensation based on position, education, and experience. Bi‑weekly and daily pay options available. Pay range for Food Specialist: $15.14–$15.73 per hour.

Benefits

• Minimum 50% childcare discount.
• Immediate access to benefits.
• Innovative health programs.
• 401(k) company match.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Limited medical offered for part‑time workers.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible schedules (no nights or weekends).
• Ability to bring your children to work.
• Ongoing training and credential assistance.
• Master Teacher Program.
• Positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

Schedule

Monday through Friday work week.