Preschool Cook

Child Development Schools; Locust Grove (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts (PerkSpot)

Job summary

Child Development Schools in Locust Grove, GA is seeking a dedicated childcare cook to support healthy meals for our learners. You will prepare nutritious meals and snacks in a fast-paced, child-focused kitchen while following CACFP guidelines and safety standards.

This role offers full-time benefits including medical coverage, retirement options, holidays, PTO, and tuition assistance for your family’s growth, as well as employee discounts and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing meals for children.
• Ability to follow CACFP guidelines.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation.
• Ability to track meal counts and inventory.
• Willing to support classroom staff when needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special needs as documented for enrolled children
• Track meal counts, food inventory, and supply needs and communicate with center leadership
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance needs promptly
• Support classroom staff during non-kitchen hours as needed, assisting with activities and supervision

Skills

CACFP guidelines

Food safety

Meal planning

Team support

Job description

As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the health and wellbeing of the children in our care. Every meal and snack you prepare is a direct investment in a child's growth, energy, and development. You will work in a fast-paced but purposeful kitchen environment, preparing nutritious food that meets the needs of young children and the standards of our program.

What Your Day Looks Like

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) guidelines
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures to maintain a clean and compliant kitchen
• Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special needs as documented for enrolled children
• Track meal counts, food inventory, and supply needs and communicate with center leadership
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance needs promptly
• Support classroom staff during non-kitchen hours as needed, assisting with activities and supervision

Pay And Benefits

Pay: [Add In] per hour, based on experience.

Full-time Employees Receive

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability
• 401(k)
• 9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO
• 50% discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development