Child Care Center Cook

La Petite Academy; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

La Petite Academy is seeking a dedicated Child Care Center Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children while adhering to safety and health regulations. This full-time, entry-level position offers flexible hours, benefits, and a supportive environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Childcare discounts

Flexible scheduling

Ongoing training

Positive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking or food preparation in a childcare setting preferred.
• Willingness to learn and comply with all relevant regulations.
• Flexible schedule and hours.

Responsibilities

• Preparing meals and snacks for children and staff following safety and health standards.
• Maintaining food inventory and ordering supplies.
• Assisting in classrooms as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking

Food Preparation

Flexibility

Job description

Join to apply for the Child Care Center Cook role at La Petite Academy.

We are looking for a dedicated Food Specialist responsible for preparing nutritious meals for children, adhering to menu, safety, and health regulations. This role involves creating home-style meals within budget, maintaining inventory, and supporting classroom activities as needed.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Preparing meals and snacks for children and staff, following USDA, licensing, and health department standards.
• Maintaining food inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
• Assisting in classrooms as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Requirements:

• Experience in cooking or food preparation in a childcare setting preferred.
• Willingness to learn and comply with all relevant regulations.
• Flexible schedule and hours.

Join a supportive community that values benefits, work-life balance, growth opportunities, and recognition. We support our team with childcare discounts, benefits, flexible scheduling, ongoing training, and a positive workplace environment.

This is a full-time, entry-level position located in Huntersville, NC, with a pay range of $13.00-$18.00 per hour.