Healthy Kids Kitchen Cook — Impactful Center Chef

KinderCare Learning Companies; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities (cell-­

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Cook to provide nutritious meals for children in our centers. You will follow prescribed menus, maintain clean and safe kitchen operations, and coordinate with center staff to support enrollment and quality experiences for families.

The role emphasizes serving healthy meals, complying with licensing requirements, and partnering with the team to ensure a welcoming, supportive environment for kids and parents.

Qualifications

• A love for children and a desire to make a difference every day.
• Familiarity with safe food handling, understanding allergies, and cross-contamination avoidance.
• Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare meals for the center population.
• Basic math skills for measuring and portioning.
• Possess a Food Handler’s License or willingness to obtain.
• At least one year of institutional cooking; food ordering experience desirable.
• Two or more years working with children.
• Must be able to use a computer and lift up to 40 pounds as needed.
• Read, write, and speak English to communicate with children and parents.

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 regulations.
• Help with other daily center duties as needed.
• Support center success by partnering with staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

Skills

Love for children

Food safety awareness

Menu following

Basic math for portions

Food Handler’s License

Institutional cooking experience

Experience with children

Computer use

English communication

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Cook to provide nutritious meals for children in our centers. You will follow prescribed menus, maintain clean and safe kitchen operations, and coordinate with center staff to support enrollment and quality experiences for families.

The role emphasizes serving healthy meals, complying with licensing requirements, and partnering with the team to ensure a welcoming, supportive environment for kids and parents.