Kids Kitchen Chef: Healthy Meals for Early Learners

KinderCare Education LLC; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Work discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Education LLC is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals for children in our centers, following menus set by our in-house nutritionist. You will support daily center operations, ensure safety and hygiene, and help drive enrollment and engagement with center staff and leadership.

The role requires a love for children, food safety know-how, and the ability to work with diverse families; the position offers a supportive team and benefits.

Qualifications

• Love for children and desire to make a difference daily.
• Familiarity with food storage, allergy needs, cross-contamination avoidance.
• Follow nutritious menus and prepare quantities for center population.
• Basic math for portion measurements.
• Food Handler's License or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and equipment safety and hygiene.
• Order food and supplies.
• Dispense and store medication per regulations.
• Complete documentation per KinderCare and licensing rules.
• Assist with other daily center duties as needed.
• Support center goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

Skills

Love for children

Food handling

Menu planning

Measuring portions

Food safety

English communication

Experience with children

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Job description

KinderCare Education LLC is hiring a Cook to prepare healthy meals for children in our centers, following menus set by our in-house nutritionist. You will support daily center operations, ensure safety and hygiene, and help drive enrollment and engagement with center staff and leadership.

The role requires a love for children, food safety know-how, and the ability to work with diverse families; the position offers a supportive team and benefits.