Center Cook for Kids — Healthy Meals & Classroom Support

Brightpath-Kid; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

401(k) company match

Professional development

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

BrightPath Kids in Edison Park, IL is hiring a Center Cook to prepare healthy breakfast, lunch and snacks for children. You will focus on nutrition, food safety, and keeping the kitchen clean and organized for smooth daily operations.

There is room to support teachers in the classroom and build relationships with the kids. The role offers a childcare discount, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development, with flexible part-time or full-time scheduling.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of food preparation experience preferred.
• ServSafe Food Manager certification preferred.
• CACFP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy meals for breakfast, lunch and snacks.
• Keep kitchen clean, organized and compliant with safety standards.
• Assist teachers in classroom activities and engage with children when possible.

Skills

Food preparation experience

CACFP experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Food Manager certification

CACFP experience

Job description

BrightPath Kids in Edison Park, IL is hiring a Center Cook to prepare healthy breakfast, lunch and snacks for children. You will focus on nutrition, food safety, and keeping the kitchen clean and organized for smooth daily operations.

There is room to support teachers in the classroom and build relationships with the kids. The role offers a childcare discount, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development, with flexible part-time or full-time scheduling.