Daycare Cook — Safe Kitchen, Growth & Perks

Foundations Early Learning Center; East Winston (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular pay increases

Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental

Company-paid life insurance

401K retirement plan

Employee wellness program

Aflac and short-term disability

Paid trainings & professional dev.

Up to 95% FREE tuition (TEACH program)

Discounted childcare

Paid time off

Birthday holiday

Monday-Friday schedule

Additional paid time off with years of

Verizon employee discounts

Unlimited growth opportunities

Job summary

Foundations Early Learning Center is seeking a Daycare Cook to prepare meals for children and staff in a licensed childcare setting. You will follow menus aligned with USDA and licensing rules while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

You should have kitchen experience, be at least 18 years old, and hold a high school diploma or equivalent. ServSafe certification is preferred, and there are opportunities for tuition support and career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking/food prep for large groups, preferably in childcare.
• Must be 18 years or older; high school diploma or equivalent.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Experience in licensed childcare is a plus.
• Ability to pass background checks and health assessments.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• EDU 119 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and distributes meals/snacks for children and staff.
• Follows daily menu per USDA/licensing/health dept.
• Ensures safe food prep and sanitation; maintain kitchen.
• Maintains inventory of food and supplies.
• Willing to work in the classroom to cover breaks.

Skills

Age 18+

Childcare experience

Background checks

Health assessments

Ability to lift 30 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

EDU 119

Job description

Foundations Early Learning Center is seeking a Daycare Cook to prepare meals for children and staff in a licensed childcare setting. You will follow menus aligned with USDA and licensing rules while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

You should have kitchen experience, be at least 18 years old, and hold a high school diploma or equivalent. ServSafe certification is preferred, and there are opportunities for tuition support and career growth.