Child Care Cook: Nutritious, Family-Style Meals

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; France; On-site; EUR 28,923 - 31,333; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and Par­

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking a Cook to plan and prepare nutritious, family-style meals that support children’s health and learning in a childcare setting. You will ensure safe, clean kitchen operations and collaborate with staff to support daily meal service.

The role emphasizes adherence to nutrition guidelines, food safety, and proper allergy management. A background in nutrition is preferred, with opportunities for professional growth within Bright Horizons.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
• Having or obtaining a food handler certification within 30 days of hire is required
• Course work or certification in Nutrition is preferred
• Food service experience in a childcare center, school cafeteria, commercial kitchen, or high-volume food service setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare balanced, family-style meals and snacks following approved menus, nutritional guidelines, and daily attendance counts
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen by following food safety, allergy-management, sanitation, and health procedures
• Manage food and supply inventory, place orders through approved vendors, and partner with center staff to support smooth daily meal service

Skills

Food safety & sanitation

Allergy management

Nutrition knowledge

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food handler certification within 30 days

Job description

Bright Horizons is seeking a Cook to plan and prepare nutritious, family-style meals that support children’s health and learning in a childcare setting. You will ensure safe, clean kitchen operations and collaborate with staff to support daily meal service.

The role emphasizes adherence to nutrition guidelines, food safety, and proper allergy management. A background in nutrition is preferred, with opportunities for professional growth within Bright Horizons.