Childcare Cook and Bus driver

Discovery Point Hamilton Mill; Mulberry (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Job summary

Discovery Point Hamilton Mill is seeking a reliable Full-Time Cook/Bus Driver to prepare nutritious meals for children and safely transport students to and from local schools. The role requires punctuality, attention to detail, and comfort in a childcare setting.

The ideal candidate must meet all background, driving-record, and safety training requirements and be able to work a Monday–Friday schedule with no evenings or weekends. Competitive pay and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 25 years old.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Must pass all required background checks and motor-vehicle-record checks.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and available to work full-time Monday through Friday.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Must be able to follow written menus, recipes, schedules, and safety procedures.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must complete all required childcare, food-safety, CPR/First Aid, and transportation training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks according to the center’s approved menu.
• Follow CACFP meal patterns, portion requirements, food-safety rules, and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain accurate meal-production, food-temperature, and inventory records.
• Follow all food-allergy and dietary-restriction procedures.
• Wash dishes and keep the kitchen, pantry, appliances, and food-storage areas clean and organized.
• Receive and properly store food deliveries.
• Monitor food inventory and notify management when supplies need to be ordered.
• Distribute meals to classrooms and collect dishes and meal supplies.
• Safely transport children to and from local schools.
• Follow assigned routes and transportation schedules.
• Complete daily vehicle inspections and transportation logs.
• Perform accurate attendance and name-to-face checks.
• Ensure children are properly secured before the vehicle moves.
• Check the entire vehicle after every trip to ensure no child remains inside.
• Keep the center vehicle clean and report all maintenance or safety concerns immediately.
• Maintain professional communication with children, families, school personnel, and coworkers.

Skills

Reliability

Punctual

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Effective communication

Job description

Full-Time Childcare Cook / Bus Driver

Location: Discovery Point Hamilton Mill – Dacula, GA

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off

Position Summary

Discovery Point Hamilton Mill is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Full-Time Cook/Bus Driver. This position is responsible for preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children and safely transporting school-age children to and from local schools.

The ideal candidate is punctual, organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable working in a childcare environment.

Essential Responsibilities

Cooking and Kitchen Duties

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks according to the center’s approved menu
• Follow CACFP meal patterns, portion requirements, food-safety rules, and sanitation procedures
• Maintain accurate meal-production, food-temperature, and inventory records
• Follow all food-allergy and dietary-restriction procedures
• Wash dishes and keep the kitchen, pantry, appliances, and food-storage areas clean and organized
• Receive and properly store food deliveries
• Monitor food inventory and notify management when supplies need to be ordered
• Distribute meals to classrooms and collect dishes and meal supplies

Driving and Transportation Duties

• Safely transport children to and from local schools
• Follow assigned routes and transportation schedules
• Complete daily vehicle inspections and transportation logs
• Perform accurate attendance and name-to-face checks
• Ensure children are properly secured before the vehicle moves
• Check the entire vehicle after every trip to ensure no child remains inside
• Keep the center vehicle clean and report all maintenance or safety concerns immediately
• Maintain professional communication with children, families, school personnel, and coworkers

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 25 years old
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
• Must pass all required background checks and motor-vehicle-record checks
• Must be dependable, punctual, and available to work full-time Monday through Friday
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Must be able to follow written menus, recipes, schedules, and safety procedures
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds
• Must complete all required childcare, food-safety, CPR/First Aid, and transportation training

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience preparing meals for groups
• Previous childcare, school-bus, or passenger-van driving experience
• Knowledge of CACFP meal requirements
• Experience working in a licensed childcare center

Benefits

• Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule
• No nights or weekends
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid training and professional-development opportunities
• Childcare discount for eligible employees
• PTO for eligible employees
• 401(k) with employer match for eligible employees

Discovery Point Hamilton Mill is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all required background screenings, driving-record checks, and childcare employment requirements.