Child Care Center Cook

La Petite Academy; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Benefits access

Health programs

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

No nights/weekends

Bring children to work

Paid time off

Training & tuition reimbursement

Master Teacher Program

Positive workplace

Job summary

La Petite Academy in Lexington, KY is seeking a Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, to prepare and serve nutritious meals for enrolled children. You'll follow the school's menu and budget, while meeting state and federal requirements.

We offer benefits, flexible schedules with no nights or weekends, tuition reimbursement, ongoing training, and a friendly, supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for multiple individuals in a childcare facility.
• Ability to learn and adhere to state/local regulations.
• Flexibility with hours and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare home-style, nutritious meals within menu and budget; serve meals to children and staff.
• Follow daily menu per Director and comply with USDA/licensing/health dept rules.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food preparation for groups

Ability to follow regulations

Willingness to learn

Job description

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.

Benefits

• 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.

Position Overview

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Job Requirements

• 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 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.