School Kitchen Cook — Flexible Hours & Benefits

Learning Care Group; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

Health programs

401(k) company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Learning Care Group in Cary, NC, is hiring a Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, to prepare meals for enrolled children, adapt to menu changes, and meet school schedules. This role supports teachers and families while following state and federal guidelines.

You will create nutritious home-style meals, maintain safe kitchen practices, manage inventory, and assist in classrooms as needed. The job emphasizes benefits, work-life balance, and opportunities for growth within our childcare program.

Qualifications

• Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility.
• Willingness to learn and adhere to current state/local regulations.
• Flexibility as to hours and schedule of work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and snacks for children and staff per school menu and budget.
• Follow daily menu incorporating USDA/licensing/health department regulations.
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
• Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Skills

Cooking for groups

Food safety

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Job description

Learning Care Group in Cary, NC, is hiring a Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, to prepare meals for enrolled children, adapt to menu changes, and meet school schedules. This role supports teachers and families while following state and federal guidelines.

You will create nutritious home-style meals, maintain safe kitchen practices, manage inventory, and assist in classrooms as needed. The job emphasizes benefits, work-life balance, and opportunities for growth within our childcare program.