Childcare Cook- Austell GA

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cook at a nurturing child care center in Austell, GA. Your culinary skills will play a vital role in creating nutritious meals for children and staff, ensuring a healthy and happy environment. You'll oversee kitchen operations, from menu planning to inventory management, while adhering to sanitation requirements. This role offers a rewarding experience as you contribute to the well-being of young learners. With competitive pay and a supportive workplace, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact while building a brighter future.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Career Development Opportunities

Free College Degrees

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Relevant experience in child care or commercial kitchen required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare balanced meals for children and staff.
• Manage kitchen operations, including inventory and meal prep.

Skills

Meal Preparation

Inventory Management

Sanitation Compliance

Nutritional Planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join our Bright Horizons family as a Cook at The Children's Nest in Austell GA, where your cooking talents and kitchen management skills will make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, families, and staff!

Direct and oversee the operations of the kitchen including menu development, meal preparation, and inventory ordering. You'll do rewarding work then receive big smiles and enthusiastic goodbye waves from little ones at the end of each day.

Responsibilities:

* Plan and prepare nutritionally balanced meals for children and staff

* Keep an accurate inventory of supplies and place orders as needed

* Manage all aspects of prepping and preparing meals, as well as cleaning and complying with sanitation requirements

Qualifications:

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

* 18 years of age (21 years if responsible for driving a van) with a high school diploma or GED is required

* Relevant experience working in a licensed child care center, public school, or commercial kitchen required

Discover where your passion and a career at Bright Horizons can lead you - all in an inclusive workplace where you can be you. Apply today and explore the possibilities!

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons', and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training. If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center.

* Frequently lift or move average weight as in lifting, carrying, and holding children and infants (10 to 40 lbs.); occasionally move or lift average weight (10 to 40 lbs.) in awkward or difficult position; and rarely lift heavy weights (over 40 lbs.)

* May be required to stand up for 95% of the day

* Able to physically and mentally react immediately to unexpected circumstances

* Seek assistance to perform physical demands of the job if necessary, i.e., lifting or moving heavy weights

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is between $15.35 - $19.47 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

This position is also eligible for a hiring incentive of $1,000 after completions of 100 days of HEART.

Benefits:

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

* Medical, dental, and vision insurance

* 401(k) retirement plan

* Life insurance

* Long-term and short-term disability insurance

* Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program

Compensation: $ 15.38 - $ 19.47 / HRLife at Bright Horizons:

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we're as committed to our own employees as we are to the children, families, and clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Come build a brighter future with us.

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.