Child-Care Kitchen Cook: Nourish Young Learners Daily

KinderCare; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Cook to join our team in [Albuquerque area]. You will maintain a safe, hygienic kitchen, order supplies, dispense and store medications, and help with daily center duties to support enrollment and quality of care.

The role requires love for children, food handling knowledge, basic math skills, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. A Food Handler's license or willingness to obtain one is required.

Qualifications

• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference daily.
• Familiarity with accurate food storage and allergy considerations; avoid cross-contamination.
• Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare quantities for center population.
• Basic math skills for measuring and portioning.
• Possession or willingness to obtain a Food Handler's License.
• At least 1 year of institutional cooking; food ordering experience is desirable.
• Two+ years of experience with children is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically.
• Order food and supplies.
• Dispense and store medications as requested.
• Complete timely documentation according to KinderCare and licensing requirements.
• Assist with other daily center duties and support center goals with staff and leadership.

Skills

Love for children

Food allergy awareness

Math skills

Ability to lift 40 pounds

English communication

Education

Food Handler's License

Minimum 1 year institutional cooking experience

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Cook to join our team in [Albuquerque area]. You will maintain a safe, hygienic kitchen, order supplies, dispense and store medications, and help with daily center duties to support enrollment and quality of care.

The role requires love for children, food handling knowledge, basic math skills, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. A Food Handler's license or willingness to obtain one is required.