Cook for Early Education — Nourish Little Learners

KinderCare; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children in our centers. You’ll follow menus created by our in-house nutritionist, ensuring safe, nutritious portions and compliance with licensing guidelines. We value teamwork, responsibility, and a passion for supporting children’s growth.

Join a supportive environment with opportunities to contribute to center success, engage with families, and help children develop confidence through meals and daily care.

Qualifications

• A love for children and a desire to make a difference daily.
• Food Handler’s License or willingness to obtain.
• At least one year of institutional cooking experience.
• Two or more years working with children (desirable).
• Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency and lift up to 40 pounds.

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 licensing requirements.
• Help with other daily center duties as needed.
• Support center’s goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

Skills

Love for children

Food safety awareness

Basic math

English proficiency

Lift up to 40 pounds

Computer literacy

Job description

KinderCare is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children in our centers. You’ll follow menus created by our in-house nutritionist, ensuring safe, nutritious portions and compliance with licensing guidelines. We value teamwork, responsibility, and a passion for supporting children’s growth.

Join a supportive environment with opportunities to contribute to center success, engage with families, and help children develop confidence through meals and daily care.