Daycare Cook

Love & Learning Child Care Center; Fletcher (NC); Híbrido; USD 19.286 - 20.664; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid training for regulatory requirements

Supportive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Loveandlearning in North Carolina is seeking a dedicated Cook to ensure that all meals and snacks meet health, safety, and nutrition standards. Responsibilities include preparing meals following USDA guidelines and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.

The ideal candidate will have experience cooking for groups, knowledge of nutrition guidelines, and possess the necessary credentials as required by the NCDHHS and DCDEE.

This position offers a weekday schedule with no nights or weekends and opportunities for professional development.

Formación

• Prior experience cooking for groups, preferably in a childcare or institutional setting.
• Must have a GED or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks following USDA Meal Pattern Guidelines.
• Maintain proper food storage, preparation, and serving practices.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and health inspection standards compliance.

Conocimientos

Experience cooking for groups

Knowledge of USDA nutrition guidelines

Strong attention to cleanliness and safety

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Educación

GED or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

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We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Cook to join our childcare center in North Carolina. This role is critical to ensuring that all meals and snacks meet the health, safety, and nutrition requirements set forth by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services NCDHHS and the Division of Child Development and Early Education DCDEE.

Position: Cook
Location: North Carolina
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 700 AM 300 PM
Pay Rate: $14.00 - $15.00/hour

Responsibilities

• Prepar breakfast, lunch, and snacks following USDA Meal Pattern Guidelines and any
  CACFP Child and Adult Care Food Program) requirements.
• Maintain proper food storage, preparation, and serving practices in accordance with
  NCDHHS and DCDEE regulations.
• Keep kitchen and equipment clean, sanitized, and in compliance with health inspection
  standards.
• Adhere to special dietary needs for children, including allergy accommodations.
• Maintain inventory, rotate stock, and submit supply requests as needed.
• Complete required daily and weekly food production, sanitation, and temperature logs.

Mandatory Credentials (per NCDHHS/DCDEE requirements)

• Food Service Sanitation Certification (e.g., ServSafe or equivalent approved by
  NCDHHS).
• TB Test documentation with negative results prior to employment.
• Medical Statement verifying ability to perform job duties, per DCDEE standards.
• Background Qualification Letter from DCDEE (criminal background check clearance).
• Completion of Bloodborne Pathogens training and other safety trainings as required.
• Ability to comply with CACFP guidelines and participate in required training updates.
• Must have a GED or equivalent
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Qualifications

• Prior experience cooking for groups, preferably in a childcare or institutional setting.
• Knowledge of USDA nutrition guidelines for children.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to cleanliness and safety.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Consistent weekday schedule with no nights or weekends.
• Supportive work environment and professional development opportunities.
• Paid training for all regulatory requirements.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please email us and please include your name, phone number, email address and resume.