Cook

Child Development Schools; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Development Schools is seeking a dedicated Childcare Cook in Savannah, GA, to prepare nutritious meals for preschoolers in a CACFP-guided program. You will ensure safe, clean kitchen operations and adapt meals to dietary needs while coordinating with center leadership.

The role includes assisting staff outside kitchen times and helping maintain supplies and equipment to support a healthy, learning-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Prep nutritious meals and snacks for children.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation.
• Accommodate allergies and dietary needs as documented.
• Track meal counts, inventory, and supply needs.
• Report maintenance needs and support center leadership.
• Assist classroom staff during non-kitchen hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP guidelines.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures to maintain a clean and compliant kitchen.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special needs as documented for enrolled children.
• Track meal counts, food inventory, and supply needs and communicate with center leadership.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance needs promptly.
• Support classroom staff during non-kitchen hours as needed, assisting with activities and supervision.

Skills

Meal prep

Food safety

CACFP compliance

Dietary accommodations

Inventory tracking

Team support

Job description

Childcare Cook: Hodgson Memorial Dr, Savannah GA

As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the health and wellbeing of the children in our care. Every meal and snack you prepare is a direct investment in a child's growth, energy, and development. You will work in a fast-paced but purposeful kitchen environment, preparing nutritious food that meets the needs of young children and the standards of our program.

What Your Day Looks Like

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) guidelines
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures to maintain a clean and compliant kitchen
• Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special needs as documented for enrolled children
• Track meal counts, food inventory, and supply needs and communicate with center leadership
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance needs promptly
• Support classroom staff during non-kitchen hours as needed, assisting with activities and supervision