Child Care Kitchen Cook — Nutritious Meals for Kids

KinderCare Education LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off and wellness perks

Discounts on work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children in our centers, following recipes and a menu designed by our nutritionist. You will help ensure children have the fuel they need to learn and grow in a supportive environment, while maintaining safety and hygiene standards.

You will work with center staff to support enrollment goals and quality experiences for families, with opportunities to contribute to nutrition, documentation, and daily center

Qualifications

• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
• Familiarity with accurate conditions and food storage; understand needs of children with allergies.
• Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare quantities for the center population.
• Basic math skills for measuring and portion calculations.
• Possess a Food Handler's License or willingness to obtain.
• At least one year of institutional cooking; food ordering experience desirable.
• Two+ years working with children desirable.
• Ability to use a computer and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically.
• Order food and supplies.
• Dispense and store medication as requested.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation per KinderCare requirements.
• Assist with other daily center duties as needed.
• Support center goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

Skills

Love for children

Food safety

Follow nutritious menus

Basic math

Food Handler's License

Institutional cooking

English communication

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children in our centers, following recipes and a menu designed by our nutritionist. You will help ensure children have the fuel they need to learn and grow in a supportive environment, while maintaining safety and hygiene standards.

You will work with center staff to support enrollment goals and quality experiences for families, with opportunities to contribute to nutrition, documentation, and daily center