Cook/Housekeeper

Child Care Associates; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Care Associates seeks a reliable Cook/Housekeeper (Nutrition & Sanitation Clerk) to prepare meals, maintain clean spaces, and support child development. You will follow USDA guidelines and assist infant teachers with age-appropriate menus, ensuring safety and sanitary classrooms and kitchens.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to safe environments where children can learn and thrive. Training will cover nutrition and sanitation practices across campuses.

Qualifications

• Reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and safety.
• Commitment to supporting children and families.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks.
• Follow USDA guidelines and food safety standards.
• Collaborate with infant teachers on menus meeting nutritional needs.
• Complete inventory and food service records accurately.
• Maintain overall cleanliness and sanitary conditions in classrooms and kitchens.
• Support classroom and playground activities while ensuring safety.

Skills

Dependable

Organized

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Child Care Associates is an equal opportunity employer who offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, mental or physical disability, political affiliation, beliefs, protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws, or any other protected class.

Are you looking for a food service or housekeeping career that offers a better work-life balance while making a real difference in the lives of children? Join our team as a Cook / Housekeeper (Nutrition & Sanitation Clerk) and become an essential part of a child's success story.

In this important role, you'll do much more than prepare meals and keep spaces clean. You'll help create a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment where children can learn, grow, and flourish. Every nutritious meal you serve and every clean, safe classroom you help maintain directly supports children's development, school readiness, and overall well-being.

Why You'll Love This Role

Family-Friendly Schedule Enjoy the stability of a schedule that works with your life:

• No nights
• No holiday shifts

Unlike many food service and custodial positions, you'll have your evenings and weekends free while still doing work that matters.

Make a Difference Every Day

Healthy meals fuel learning. Clean and safe environments support development. As a Cook/Housekeeper, you'll play a critical role in helping children arrive each day ready to learn, explore, and succeed.

Be Part of a Mission-Driven Team

Join a supportive team dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families throughout our community.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and serve nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks that support healthy growth and development.
• Follow USDA guidelines and food safety standards to ensure meals are prepared accurately and safely.
• Collaborate with infant teachers to develop individualized menus that meet the nutritional needs of infants.
• Complete grocery orders, food service records, and required documentation accurately and on time.
• Assist with inventory management for food, paper products, and cleaning supplies.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and welcoming environment throughout the center, including classrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and common areas.
• Conduct daily safety inspections of indoor and outdoor areas to help ensure a secure environment for children.
• Safely manage waste disposal and sanitation procedures.
• Support classrooms and playground activities as needed to help maintain safe supervision ratios.
• Participate in nutrition and sanitation trainings to stay current on best practices.
• Travel occasionally to support other campuses when needed.

What Makes You Successful

• Dependable, organized, and self-motivated.
• Passionate about supporting children and families.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, and detail.
• Ability to work independently while being an active member of a team.
• Commitment to providing healthy meals and safe environments where children can thrive.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to step in wherever support is needed.

Grow With Us

As part of our team, you'll gain valuable experience in:

• Child nutrition and wellness
• Food service operations
• Health and sanitation practices
• Early childhood education environments
• Child safety and development support

Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to see the daily impact of your work on the children and families you serve.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of experience in maintenance, housekeeping, food service, or working in a school, childcare center, or children's institution.
• Experience with food preparation is preferred.
• Must have a valid food handler certificate and health card.
• Able to interact professionally with staff and children.
• Must be able to read, speak, and understand English to follow instructions, complete forms, and manage inventory.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, periodic exams, TB test, and background check every 24 months.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to twist, turn, kneel, bend, and stoop.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to monitor children's safety in activities when needed