Childcare Cook

Child Development Schools; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k)

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Child Development Schools is seeking a dedicated Childcare Cook to support healthy meals for young children in our center. You will prepare nutritious meals, follow CACFP guidelines, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen.

In this full-time role, you will collaborate with classroom staff, adapt to dietary needs, track meal counts, and help with supply management. You will contribute to a supportive, educational environment while upholding high standards.

Qualifications

• Adhere to CACFP guidelines for child meals.
• Maintain safe food handling and sanitation.
• Adapt menus for dietary restrictions and allergies.
• Track meal counts and inventory, coordinate with center leadership.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children per menu plans and CACFP guidelines.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures in a clean, compliant kitchen.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special needs as documented for enrolled children.
• Track meal counts, food inventory, and supply needs; communicate with center leadership.

Skills

Food safety

Meal prep

Nutrition

CACFP knowledge

Team player

Job description

Your role

As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the health and wellbeing of the children in our care. Every meal and snack you prepare is a direct investment in a child's growth, energy, and development. You will work in a fast-paced but purposeful kitchen environment, preparing nutritious food that meets the needs of young children and the standards of our program.

Your role

As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the health and wellbeing of the children in our care. Every meal and snack you prepare is a direct investment in a child's growth, energy, and development. You will work in a fast-paced but purposeful kitchen environment, preparing nutritious food that meets the needs of young children and the standards of our program.

What Your Day Looks Like

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) guidelines
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures to maintain a clean and compliant kitchen
• Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special needs as documented for enrolled children
• Track meal counts, food inventory, and supply needs and communicate with center leadership
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance needs promptly
• Support classroom staff during non-kitchen hours as needed, assisting with activities and supervision. This is important. You have to be willing to help when needed.

Pay And Benefits

Pay: $15-$17 per hour, based on experience.

Full-time Employees Receive

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability
• 401(k)
• 9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO
• 50% discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development