Child Care Center Cook

Learning Care Group; Indian Trail (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking a Child Care Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for children in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will manage kitchen inventory, comply with health regulations, and maintain a safe cooking space. Flexibility in hours is essential, and experience in food preparation in a childcare setting is preferred. Join us to help nourish young minds and bodies while fostering a positive and fun workplace atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking for children in a daycare setting preferred.
• Willingness to learn state and federal food safety regulations.
• Able to adapt to flexible work hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritional meals for children.
• Maintain compliance with USDA and health department regulations.
• Organize kitchen inventory and assist with classroom support.

Skills

Cooking and food preparation

Adherence to health regulations

Inventory management

Flexibility in scheduling

Job description

Overview

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

The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school’s enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules.

As a Food Specialist, you will be:

• At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms.
• Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.
• Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
• Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Qualifications

• Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred.
• A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
• Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.

Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.