Cook

The Goddard School; Noblesville (IN); Hybrid; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School in Noblesville, Indiana, is seeking a reliable and nurturing cook to fuel the growth and development of children by providing nutritious meals. The ideal candidate has experience in meal preparation for young children and a passion for childhood nutrition.

Responsibilities include adhering to meal guidelines, managing allergies, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. The role offers competitive hourly wages with a Mon-Fri schedule, no late nights or weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience cooking in a commercial kitchen, school, childcare center, or healthcare facility preferred.
• ANAB-accredited Food Handlers certification is highly preferred upon hire.
• Must successfully pass all state-mandated background checks.
• Ability to provide documentation of a negative TB skin test or chest x-ray.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious, appealing meals for children.
• Follow designated menus and portion sizes for meals.
• Manage documented child food allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain a clean kitchen and comply with health department regulations.
• Monitor food supply inventories and assist with weekly ordering.
• Maintain daily logs for food and temperature records.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Joy for working with children

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

We are seeking a reliable, organized, and nurturing cook to join our team. In this role, you will do much more than just prepare meals — you will fuel the growth, learning, and development of our students by providing wholesome, delicious, and safe nutrition every day.

The ideal candidate has a passion for cooking, an understanding of childhood nutrition, a warm demeanor, and an unwavering commitment to kitchen cleanliness and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation & Planning: Prepare and cook nutritious, appealing, and age-appropriate breakfasts, lunches, and afternoon snacks for children ranging from infancy through Pre-K.
• Menu Adherence: Follow designated menus, recipes, and portion sizes while ensuring all meals comply with local licensing and federal nutritional guidelines.
• Allergy & Dietary Management: Strictly manage and track documented child food allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Ensure safe substitutions are prepared and clearly labeled.
• Kitchen Sanitation & Safety: Maintain a spotless kitchen, pantry, and storage area. Wash and sanitize all dishes, utensils, pots, and food preparation surfaces in accordance with health department regulations.
• Inventory & Ordering: Monitor food and kitchen supply inventories. Assist leadership with weekly ordering, ensuring all items are rotated properly using the FIFO (First In, First Out) method.
• Compliance & Record Keeping: Maintain daily logs for food temperatures, refrigerator/freezer temperatures, and production records to meet state licensing and quality assurance standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of experience cooking in a commercial kitchen, school, childcare center, or healthcare facility preferred.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certifications: ANAB-accredited Food Handlers certification is highly preferred upon hire. Note: Possession of, or the willingness to obtain, an Indiana-accepted Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) credential within 3 months of hire is a major plus.
• Background Check: Must successfully pass all state-mandated background checks, including a national FBI fingerprint criminal history check, Indiana State Police check, and sexual offender registry checks prior to employment.
• Health Clearances: Ability to provide a documentation of a negative intradermal TB skin test or chest x-ray, and a physical health examination signed by a licensed physician showing fitness for duty.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 40 pounds, and safely operate standard commercial kitchen equipment.

Skills & Attributes

• Organization: Excellent time management skills to ensure multiple classrooms are fed smoothly and on schedule.
• Flexibility: A positive "team player" attitude, ready to adapt to changing enrollment numbers or special dietary requests.
• Joy for Children: A warm, friendly personality. You will occasionally interact with our young students and teachers, and a smile goes a long way in our hallways!

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wages
• Mon–Fri schedule (No late nights or weekends!)
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Professional development and assistance with food safety certifications
• A supportive, energetic, and rewarding work environment