Childcare Kitchen Cook - Nurture Little Minds Daily

Kids & Company; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 12,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) with match

Childcare discounts

Daily Pay app

Job summary

Inspire Early Education in Dover, PA, is seeking a dedicated cook to support our daycare meals and snacks. You will handle cooking, food preparation, and kitchen duties while ensuring safety and nutrition for children with diverse dietary needs.

Join a friendly team that values collaboration, professional development, and a positive learning environment for both kids and staff. Equal opportunity employer with accommodations available.

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Current Food Handler Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Clear background checks and up-to-date health assessments.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to take initiative and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Cooking, baking, and food preparation for children.
• Maintain safe food storage and temperature logs.
• Prepare meals and snacks for children with special dietary needs.
• Maintain children’s allergy lists.
• Weekly ordering and receiving food supplies and restocking dishware.
• Follow portioning guidelines and manage inventory.
• Comply with health regulations and company practices.
• Maintain kitchen cleaning schedule (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Prepare food for field trips, programs, and events as needed.
• Duties may change based on daycare needs.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Teamwork

Communication

Physical ability

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Inspire Early Education in Dover, PA, is seeking a dedicated cook to support our daycare meals and snacks. You will handle cooking, food preparation, and kitchen duties while ensuring safety and nutrition for children with diverse dietary needs.

Join a friendly team that values collaboration, professional development, and a positive learning environment for both kids and staff. Equal opportunity employer with accommodations available.