Kid-Focused Cook: Nourish Little Learners Daily

KinderCare; Batavia Township (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts for work necessities

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children in our centers. You will follow menus developed by our in-house nutritionist, maintain kitchen safety, order supplies, and help with center duties to support enrollment and engagement.

The role requires a love of children, knowledge of food safety, ability to follow nutritious menus, basic math for portions, and a Food Handler’s License.

Qualifications

• Love for children and a desire to make a difference every day.
• Familiarity with accurate food storage and allergy needs.
• Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare portions.
• Basic math for measuring and serving portions.
• Possess a Food Handler’s License or willingness to obtain.
• At least one year of institutional cooking experience.
• Two or more years working with children.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds and use a computer.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically.
• Order food and supplies.
• Dispense and store medications, as requested.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation as required.
• Assist with daily center duties and center operations as needed.
• Support center goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

Skills

Love for children

Food safety

Menu following

Basic math

English literacy

Education

Food Handler’s License

1 year institutional cooking

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children in our centers. You will follow menus developed by our in-house nutritionist, maintain kitchen safety, order supplies, and help with center duties to support enrollment and engagement.

The role requires a love of children, knowledge of food safety, ability to follow nutritious menus, basic math for portions, and a Food Handler’s License.