Childcare Chef

Sunnyside Scholars; Liberty (TX); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer 5

Voluntary Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

50% Employee Childcare Discount

Paid Training

Professional Development Opportunities

Stable Full-Time Schedule

Job summary

Sunnyside Scholars Early Learning Center in Liberty Hill, TX is hiring a Childcare Chef to prepare nutritious meals for infants through preschoolers. You’ll work daytime hours with holidays off, in person, and contribute to a caring learning environment.

Responsibilities include following approved menus, CACFP guidelines, and accommodating allergies. You’ll maintain a clean kitchen, receive deliveries, manage inventory, and support staff in delivering healthy meals.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare, schools, restaurants, hospitals, or related settings is welcomed.
• Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain one) is preferred.
• Ability to follow nutrition guidelines and maintain clean kitchen practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks following the approved menu.
• Follow CACFP and Texas childcare nutrition guidelines.
• Prepare meals for children with allergies and special dietary needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Receive deliveries and manage food inventory.
• Rotate inventory using proper food storage procedures.
• Complete food temperature logs and required documentation.
• Minimize food waste through careful planning and organization.
• Work with the director and teaching staff to provide exceptional meal service.
• Create a positive dining experience for children each day.

Skills

Loves cooking

Punctual

Food safety

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Nutrition awareness

Childcare interest

Job description

Monday–Friday | No Nights or Weekends | Full Benefits

Liberty Hill, TX Full-Time $16.00–$20.00 / hour

Cook with purpose. Make a difference every day.

At Sunnyside Scholars Early Learning Center, we believe healthy meals help children learn, grow, and thrive.

We’re looking for a dependable, organized, and passionate Childcare Chef who enjoys preparing fresh, nutritious meals in a clean, positive environment. Unlike a restaurant kitchen, you’ll work predictable daytime hours, enjoy holidays off, and become an important part of a team that’s shaping young lives.

If you love cooking and want a career with purpose, we’d love to meet you.

Sunnyside Scholars is a growing early learning center in Liberty Hill committed to providing exceptional care and education for children from infancy through preschool. Our team believes every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment—and that includes nutritious meals prepared with care.

Position at a glance

Location Liberty Hill, TX

Job type Full-Time

Pay $16.00–$20.00 per hour (based on experience)

Work location In person

What You’ll Do

Prepare nutritious breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks following our approved menu.

Follow CACFP and Texas childcare nutrition guidelines

Prepare meals for children with allergies and special dietary needs

Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen

Receive deliveries and manage food inventory

Rotate inventory using proper food storage procedures

Complete food temperature logs and required documentation

Minimize food waste through careful planning and organization

Work closely with the director and teaching staff to provide exceptional meal service

Help create a positive dining experience for children every day

The right fit

What We’re Looking For

• Loves cooking and takes pride in preparing quality meals
• Is dependent, punctual, and trustworthy
• Enjoys working in a clean and organized kitchen
• Pays attention to detail and food safetyCan work independently while being a supportive team member
• Enjoys being around children and understands the importance of nutrition

Experience in childcare, schools, restaurants, hospitals, senior living communities, or commercial kitchens is welcome. Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain one) is preferred.

More Than Just a Kitchen Job

• A clean, positive environment where every team member is respected and valued
• Careful meal service that supports children from infancy through preschool
• A caring team where your work is appreciated and your ideas matter
• A meaningful contribution to children’s learning, growth, and development

Time for family, hobbies, and life outside work.

Monday–Friday Approximately 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM No evenings No weekends Major holidays off

A role that supports your life, too.

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 50% Employee Childcare Discount
• Paid Training
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Stable Full-Time Schedule

Every meal you prepare helps fuel children’s learning, growth, and development.

You’ll be part of a caring team where your work is appreciated, your ideas matter, and your contribution makes a real difference every single day.