Healthy Meals Chef for Kids (Early Education)

brighthorizons; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) participation

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Bright Horizons in Ashburn, VA is seeking a Cook to plan and prepare nutritious, family-style meals that support children's health and learning. You will create warm, predictable routines and fuel growing minds in our childcare environment.

Responsibilities include planning balanced meals per menus, maintaining a clean kitchen, managing inventory, and coordinating with center staff to ensure smooth daily service.

Qualifications

• Must pass required state and company background checks and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
• Having or obtaining a food handler certification within 30 days of hire is required
• Course work or certification in Nutrition is preferred
• Food service experience in a childcare center, school cafeteria, commercial kitchen, or high‑volume food service setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare balanced, family‑style meals and snacks following approved menus, nutritional guidelines, and daily attendance counts.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen by following food safety, allergy‑management, sanitation, and health procedures.
• Manage food and supply inventory, place orders through approved vendors, and partner with center staff to support smooth daily meal service.

Skills

Food safety

Nutrition awareness

Childcare support knowledge

Education

High school diploma / GED

Nutrition coursework or certification

Tools

Food handler certification

Job description

Bright Horizons in Ashburn, VA is seeking a Cook to plan and prepare nutritious, family-style meals that support children's health and learning. You will create warm, predictable routines and fuel growing minds in our childcare environment.

Responsibilities include planning balanced meals per menus, maintaining a clean kitchen, managing inventory, and coordinating with center staff to ensure smooth daily service.