Child Care Kitchen Cook: Nourish Young Learners

KinderCare Education LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Education LLC is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children at our centers. You will follow menus designed by our in-house nutritionist, ensuring kids receive nourishing fuel for learning and growth.

You will maintain safe kitchen practices, assist with ordering, and uphold licensing requirements while collaborating with center staff and leadership to support enrollment and engagement.

Qualifications

• Must have or be willing to obtain a Food Handler's License.
• Minimum 1 year of institutional cooking experience.
• Experience with food storage and allergy considerations.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Able to communicate in English with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy meals and snacks per menu.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety.
• Order food and supplies.
• Document as required by licensing.
• Support center goals around enrollment and engagement.

Skills

Love for children

Food Hander’s License

Food storage & allergy handling

Meal prep & portioning

English communication

Basic math

Lift 40 lbs

Computer basic skills

Experience with children

Job description

KinderCare Education LLC is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children at our centers. You will follow menus designed by our in-house nutritionist, ensuring kids receive nourishing fuel for learning and growth.

You will maintain safe kitchen practices, assist with ordering, and uphold licensing requirements while collaborating with center staff and leadership to support enrollment and engagement.