Childcare Kitchen Cook - Nourish Minds, Steady Hours

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

College degree programs

Job summary

Bright Horizons Children's Centers is hiring a Cook in Baltimore to plan and prepare nutritious, familystyle meals for children, supporting their health, growth and learning. You will maintain a safe kitchen, manage inventory, and work with staff to ensure smooth daily meal service.

The role requires a state background check, a high school diploma or GED, and a food handler certification within 30 days. Schedule is Monday–Friday 7:00 am–4:00 pm with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
• Having or obtaining a food handler certification within 30 days of hire is required
• Course work or certification in Nutrition is preferred
• Food service experience in a childcare center, school cafeteria, commercial kitchen, or high-volume food service setting is preferred
• Schedule/Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare balanced, familystyle meals and snacks following approved menus, nutritional guidelines, and daily attendance counts
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen by following food safety, allergymanagement, sanitation, and health procedures
• Manage food and supply inventory, place orders through approved vendors, and partner with center staff to support smooth daily meal service

Job description

Bright Horizons Children's Centers is hiring a Cook in Baltimore to plan and prepare nutritious, familystyle meals for children, supporting their health, growth and learning. You will maintain a safe kitchen, manage inventory, and work with staff to ensure smooth daily meal service.

The role requires a state background check, a high school diploma or GED, and a food handler certification within 30 days. Schedule is Monday–Friday 7:00 am–4:00 pm with competitive benefits.