Childcare Kitchen Lead — Nutritious Meals & Safe Prep

Young Minds Development Center; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO & holiday pay

Discounted childcare

Medical, dental, and vision

Voluntary insurance plans

401(k) options

Leadership development

Job summary

Young Minds Development Center in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children and maintain a clean, organized kitchen. You’ll ensure all food is handled safely and in compliance with regulations while supporting a caring classroom community.

You’ll work as part of a supportive team, manage inventory and accommodate dietary needs, with benefits that include PTO, holiday pay, discounted childcare, and health coverage options.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Able to pass background check and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks that fuel children’s growth and day.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly.
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards to ensure a safe environment for every child.
• Manage inventory and supplies to keep everything stocked and ready.
• Support children’s needs by accommodating allergies and dietary requirements.

Skills

Food safety

Background check

Ongoing development

Health dept readiness

Age 18+

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Young Minds Development Center in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children and maintain a clean, organized kitchen. You’ll ensure all food is handled safely and in compliance with regulations while supporting a caring classroom community.

You’ll work as part of a supportive team, manage inventory and accommodate dietary needs, with benefits that include PTO, holiday pay, discounted childcare, and health coverage options.