Child Care Cook: Home-Style Meals + Flexible Schedule

The Children's Courtyard; Carthage (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Benefits access

Health programs

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The Children\'s Courtyard is seeking a Food Specialist to manage overall food preparation for our school’s enrolled children. You will adapt to menu changes, prepare meals and snacks, and ensure meals meet budgeting and safety standards.

You will follow the Director\'s daily menu, maintain inventory, assist in classrooms as needed, and contribute to a positive, child-focused kitchen environment with teamwork and care.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for multiple children in a childcare setting.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to regulations.
• Flexibility with hours and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Create home-style, nutritious meals and snacks within menu and budget.
• Follow daily menu aligned with USDA/licensing requirements.
• Maintain food inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Job description

The Children\'s Courtyard is seeking a Food Specialist to manage overall food preparation for our school’s enrolled children. You will adapt to menu changes, prepare meals and snacks, and ensure meals meet budgeting and safety standards.

You will follow the Director\'s daily menu, maintain inventory, assist in classrooms as needed, and contribute to a positive, child-focused kitchen environment with teamwork and care.