Childcare Cook

Child Development Schools; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Holidays & PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Staff discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Child Development Schools in Goodyear, AZ is seeking a dedicated childcare cook to prepare nutritious meals for our young learners in a CACFP-guided kitchen. You’ll work in a fast-paced, supportive environment focused on health and growth.

You’ll handle menu adherence, dietary accommodations, food safety, inventory, and collaboration with center staff; this full-time role offers benefits including health coverage, retirement, holidays, PTO, and tuition assistance for staff.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for children preferred.
• Knowledge of CACFP guidelines.
• Food safety training or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks per menus.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions for enrolled children.
• Track meal counts, inventory, and support center leadership.

Skills

Food preparation

CACFP guidelines

Sanitation & safety

Dietary accommodations

Inventory tracking

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

Pay And Benefits

Pay: $16+ 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