Childcare Cook — Nutritious Meals & Safe Kitchen

Play Datez Child Development Center; Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Play Datez Child Development Center in Hinesville, GA is seeking a devoted Daycare Cook to provide nutritious meals for young children. You will plan menus, prepare daily meals and snacks, and ensure safe food handling in a busy kitchen environment.

Ideal candidates have prior food service or childcare kitchen experience, familiarity with CACFP guidelines, and the ability to pass a background check. ServSafe or Food Handler certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or childcare cooking.
• Knowledge of CACFP guidelines a plus.
• Ability to pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks for children daily
• Plan and follow weekly menus in accordance with CACFP guidelines
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment at all times
• Monitor and manage food inventory, supplies, and ordering needs
• Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special nutritional needs of children
• Ensure proper food storage and handling procedures are followed
• Coordinate meal timing with classroom schedules to ensure timely service

Skills

Food prep

Menu planning

Child-friendly cooking

Sanitation

Education

ServSafe Certification or Food Handler Certification

Job description

Play Datez Child Development Center in Hinesville, GA is seeking a devoted Daycare Cook to provide nutritious meals for young children. You will plan menus, prepare daily meals and snacks, and ensure safe food handling in a busy kitchen environment.

Ideal candidates have prior food service or childcare kitchen experience, familiarity with CACFP guidelines, and the ability to pass a background check. ServSafe or Food Handler certification is preferred.