Childcare Cook

Child Development Schools; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Holidays & PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Child discount

Professional development

Job summary

Child Development Schools in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a childcare cook to prepare nutritious meals for young children in a fast-paced, mission-driven kitchen. You will follow CACFP guidelines, ensure food safety, and handle dietary restrictions with care.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision, 401(k), holidays, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and discounts for your own CDS-enrolled children.

Qualifications

• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children following CACFP guidelines.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures in a busy kitchen.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies for enrolled children.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children according to menu plans.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies as documented for enrolled children.
• Track meal counts, food inventory, and supply needs, and communicate with center leadership.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Support classroom staff during non-kitchen hours as needed.

Skills

Food safety

Meal prep

Dietary accommodations

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.

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: $14-$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