Cook

KinderCare Education LLC; Hudson (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to nurturing young minds and providing quality education. As a Cook, you'll play a vital role in preparing nutritious meals that fuel children's learning and growth. You'll work in a supportive environment alongside passionate individuals who share your commitment to making a difference. With competitive benefits including discounted childcare and health coverage, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to impact the lives of families while enjoying a collaborative workplace. If you're looking to contribute to a meaningful mission, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Discounted Child Care Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Time Off

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• At least one year of institutional cooking experience.
• Familiarity with food allergies and cross-contamination methods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen hygiene and safety.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks for children.
• Order food and supplies as needed.

Skills

Institutional Cooking Experience

Food Safety and Storage

Basic Math Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Follow Menus

Education

Food Handler's License

Job description

Description

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it's KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you'll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you'll never be alone. You'll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you're making on the lives of young learners and their families—and knowing that your work matters.

Position: Cook

Want to feed the tiniest of taste buds? KinderCare is hiring a cook! As a cook, you will prepare healthy and tasty meals and snacks for the children in our centers. Following a menu and recipes developed by our in-house nutritionist, you'll ensure our children have the fuel they need to learn and grow.

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 and other licensing or regulation requirements
• Assist with and take on responsibility in other daily center duties, as needed
• Support your center's success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement

Required Skills and Experience:

• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
• Familiarity with accurate conditions and food storage, understanding the needs of children with food allergies, and implementing methods of food cross-contamination avoidance
• Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare sufficient quantities of food for the center population
• Basic math skills required for measuring and calculating serving portions
• Possess a Food Handler's License or willingness to obtain one
• At least one year of institutional cooking experience; food ordering experience highly desirable
• Two or more years working with children, highly desirable
• Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency and capable of lifting up to 40 pounds
• Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents

Benefits:

We're here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

• Discounted child care benefits for your whole family
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!)
• Employee assistance programs supporting mental health and personal growth
• Access to health and wellness programs, paid time off, and discounts on work necessities like cell phones

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs across more than 2,000 sites and centers in 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we're matching the needs of more families, diverse communities, and dynamic work environments nationwide. Our mission is to ensure every family has access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. By building community and delivering exceptional experiences, you'll help bring this mission to life every day. Join us for the work and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status.