Kids Kitchen Cook: Nutritious Meals & Center Impact

KinderCare Education LLC in; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Medical/dental/vision

Employee assistance

Paid time off

Wellness program

Work-related discounts

Job summary

The Avenues KinderCare is seeking a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children, following menus from our in-house nutritionist. You’ll ensure meals meet safety standards, accommodate allergies, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen with proper documentation.

Join a supportive team dedicated to early childhood education and helping families, with opportunities to contribute to center goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.

Qualifications

• Love for children and desire to make a difference daily.
• Knowledge of food storage, allergy awareness, and cross-contamination avoidance.
• Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare center portions.
• Basic math for measuring and portioning.
• Food Handler’s License or willingness to obtain.
• At least one year of institutional cooking; food ordering experience a plus.
• Two or more years working with children preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and perform basic computer tasks.
• English reading/writing/speaking for parent communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically
• Order food and supplies
• Dispense and store medications as requested
• Complete timely and accurate documentation per licensing requirements
• Assist with daily center duties as needed
• Support center goals around enrollment and engagement

Skills

Love for children

Food storage & safety

Menu following

Measuring portions

Food Handler’s license

Kitchen equipment

English communication

Job description

The Avenues KinderCare is seeking a Cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children, following menus from our in-house nutritionist. You’ll ensure meals meet safety standards, accommodate allergies, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen with proper documentation.

Join a supportive team dedicated to early childhood education and helping families, with opportunities to contribute to center goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.