Kids' Kitchen Cook: Nourish Growing Minds

KinderCare; Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Cell phone discounts

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 nutritionist, maintain clean kitchen operations, and ensure safe food handling practices.

The role involves ordering supplies, documentation, and collaboration with center staff to support enrollment, accreditation, and engagement efforts. Prior institutional cooking and a Food Handler’s License are preferred, with English communication required.

Qualifications

• Must love working with children and have a strong desire to make a difference.
• Understand proper food storage, allergen awareness, and cross-contamination prevention.
• Able to follow nutritious menus and prepare adequate quantities for center population.
• Basic math skills for measuring and portioning foods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically.
• Order food and supplies as needed.
• Dispense and store medication when required and per policy.
• Complete documentation per KinderCare and licensing requirements.
• Assist with daily center duties as needed and support enrollment/engagement goals.

Skills

Love for children

Food handling

Menu following

Math for portions

Food Handler’s License

Experience with children

Education

Food Handler’s License

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 nutritionist, maintain clean kitchen operations, and ensure safe food handling practices.

The role involves ordering supplies, documentation, and collaboration with center staff to support enrollment, accreditation, and engagement efforts. Prior institutional cooking and a Food Handler’s License are preferred, with English communication required.