Cook/Food Service Staff Wanted – Feed Little Minds, Big Impact

Sunshine Schools; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekends off

Free meals

Childcare discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid training

Job summary

A leading childcare facility in New Bern, North Carolina, is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children. This role involves cooking breakfast, lunch, and snacks while maintaining a clean kitchen and managing inventory. Ideal candidates will have kitchen experience, knowledge of food safety, and a passion for providing healthy meals. Benefits include weekends off, health insurance, and a childcare discount. Apply today to be part of a positive team environment that values good food.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a kitchen, preferably in a childcare or school setting.
• Knowledge of food safety practices.
• Ability to work under pressure during busy hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following CACFP guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and inspection readiness of the kitchen.
• Manage inventory and procurement of kitchen supplies.
• Support teaching staff with meal-related requirements.
• Create nutritious and kid-friendly menu ideas.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Ability to manage a busy environment

Passion for healthy food for children

Clean driving record

Education

Food Handler's Certificate

Job description

You're not just making lunch. You're fueling the future.

Every meal you prepare helps 50+ children learn, grow, and thrive. If you take pride in your cooking and want work that actually matters, keep reading.

What Makes This Different

• Weekends OFF. Every single one.
• Free meals while you work
• Childcare discount – bring your own kids
• Health insurance + PTO + paid holidays
• Paid training to level up your skills
• A team that respects the kitchen – no drama, just good people

What You'll Do

• Prep and cook breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children (following CACFP guidelines)
• Keep the kitchen spotless and inspection-ready
• Work with dietary restrictions and allergies – no shortcuts on safety
• Manage inventory and keep us stocked
• Bring ideas for kid-friendly menus that are actually nutritious
• Provide Support to Teaching Staff

You'll Thrive Here If You...

• Have kitchen experience (childcare or school setting is a plus, not required)
• Know your way around food safety basics
• Can handle a busy morning without losing your cool
• Actually like feeding kids good food
• Have (or will get) a Food Handler's Certificate
• Have a clean driving record

Ready?

We're hiring NOW and moving fast. If this sounds like your kind of work, don't wait.

👉 APPLY TODAY– Applications reviewed within 24 hours

Sunshine Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.