Child Care Cook: Home-Style Meals & Flexible Schedule

The Children's Courtyard; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Benefits

401(k) match

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Bring children to work

Job summary

The Children’s Courtyard is hiring a Food Specialist/Cook to manage kitchen operations at our childcare center. You will prepare home-style, nutritious meals and snacks for children and staff, aligning with the school’s menu, budget, and regulatory requirements.

You’ll maintain inventory, assist in classrooms when needed, and follow daily menus set by the Director, ensuring health and safety standards are met while supporting a positive, caring environment for families and staff.

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and snacks for children and staff, following the school's menu and budget.
• Follow USDA, licensing, and health department regulations when preparing meals.
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies and place orders as needed.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety awareness

Flexibility

Job description

The Children’s Courtyard is hiring a Food Specialist/Cook to manage kitchen operations at our childcare center. You will prepare home-style, nutritious meals and snacks for children and staff, aligning with the school’s menu, budget, and regulatory requirements.

You’ll maintain inventory, assist in classrooms when needed, and follow daily menus set by the Director, ensuring health and safety standards are met while supporting a positive, caring environment for families and staff.