Child Care Kitchen Lead: Safe, Nutritious Meals

KinderCare; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Green Bay, WI is seeking a kitchen associate to support daily center operations by preparing meals, maintaining hygienic kitchen standards, and coordinating with staff on food safety and nutrition. You will help with supplies, documentation, and cross-functional tasks as the center works toward enrollment and engagement goals.

The role requires at least one year of institutional cooking experience, familiarity with food allergy considerations, and basic computer use.

Qualifications

• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
• Familiarity with accurate conditions and food storage, understand food allergies and cross-contamination avoidance.
• Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare adequate quantities for the center.
• Basic math skills for measuring and portions.
• Possess a Food Handler’s License or willingness to obtain.
• At least one year of institutional cooking; food ordering experience desired.
• Two or more years working with children, desirable.
• Must be able to use a computer and lift up to 40 pounds if required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically.
• Order food and supplies.
• Dispense and store medication, as requested.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation according to KinderCare and licensing requirements.
• Help with other daily center duties as needed.
• Support center success by partnering with staff and leadership to enroll, accredit, and engage.

Skills

Love for children

Food safety

Allergy awareness

Menu planning

Portion control

Food handler’s license

Computer basics

Education

Food Handler’s License

Job description

KinderCare in Green Bay, WI is seeking a kitchen associate to support daily center operations by preparing meals, maintaining hygienic kitchen standards, and coordinating with staff on food safety and nutrition. You will help with supplies, documentation, and cross-functional tasks as the center works toward enrollment and engagement goals.

The role requires at least one year of institutional cooking experience, familiarity with food allergy considerations, and basic computer use.