Childcare Kitchen Cook — Healthy Meals for Kids

KinderCare Education LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Education LLC is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children in our centers. You will follow menus from our in-house nutritionist, ensure safe food handling, and support daily center duties to help the program run smoothly.

You’ll work with a team that values children’s well-being, safety, and learning. Benefits include care for families, health coverage, and employee support programs.

Qualifications

• A love for children and a desire to make a difference every day.
• Familiarity with accurate food storage, understand allergies, and prevent cross-contamination.
• Follow nutritious menus and prepare appropriate portions for center population.
• Basic math for measuring and portion calculations; English literacy for communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically.
• Order food and supplies.
• Dispense and store medication, as requested.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation according to KinderCare requirements.
• Help with and take on other daily center duties, as needed.
• Support center's success by partnering with staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement.

Skills

Love for children

Food safety awareness

Menu planning

Basic math for portions

English communication

Education

Food Handler's License

Job description

KinderCare Education LLC is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children in our centers. You will follow menus from our in-house nutritionist, ensure safe food handling, and support daily center duties to help the program run smoothly.

You’ll work with a team that values children’s well-being, safety, and learning. Benefits include care for families, health coverage, and employee support programs.