Child Care Cook — Nutritious Menus, Growth & PTO

Ivy Kids Early Learning Center; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Insurance Options

PTO

Childcare discount for immediate kids

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ivy Kids Early Learning Center is seeking a Child Care Cook to prepare meals and snacks for children and staff, following BrainBite menus and cycle menus in line with the program budget and nutritional requirements.

Staff will implement CACFP and local guidelines, manage ordering and inventory, and ensure safe food handling. Occasional after-hours or weekend events may be required; opportunities for advancement are available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cooking experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license
• Ability to stand 95% of the workday
• Ability to repeatedly bend and stoop to clean, store, and retrieve kitchen items
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement CACFP and Brainbites guidelines.
• Implement cycle menu within Ivy Kids policies and budget.
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children daily, accommodating restricted diets.
• Maintain cleanliness and safe food handling practices in preparation and storage.
• Ensure safe use of cooking utensils and kitchen equipment; maintain temperatures.
• Place food orders per program budget and manage inventory records.
• Coordinate with classroom staff to retrieve kitchen items on time.
• Wash and sanitize dishes and cookware; follow local regulations.
• Be aware of children's food allergies.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• May work after hours or weekends for center events.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Work authorization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ivy Kids Early Learning Center is seeking a Child Care Cook to prepare meals and snacks for children and staff, following BrainBite menus and cycle menus in line with the program budget and nutritional requirements.

Staff will implement CACFP and local guidelines, manage ordering and inventory, and ensure safe food handling. Occasional after-hours or weekend events may be required; opportunities for advancement are available.