School Kitchen Cook — Nourish Growing Minds, Mon–Fri

Bright Horizons; Pendleton (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and par­

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bright Horizons is hiring a full-time Cook in Pendleton, SC to plan and prepare nutritious, family‑style meals that support children’s health, growth, and learning. You will maintain a clean kitchen, follow safety guidelines, and work with staff to ensure quality meals for mornings and afternoons.

The position requires 18+ with a HS diploma or GED and a food handler certificate within 30 days. Preference for nutrition coursework and childcare kitchen experience. Competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
• Having or obtaining a food handler certification within 30 days of hire is required
• Course work or certification in Nutrition is preferred
• Food service experience in a childcare center, school cafeteria, commercial kitchen, or high‑volume food service setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare balanced, family‑style meals and snacks following approved menus, nutritional guidelines, and daily attendance counts
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen by following food safety, allergy‑management, sanitation, and health procedures
• Manage food and supply inventory, place orders through approved vendors, and partner with center staff to support smooth daily meal service

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food handler certification within 30 days

Nutrition coursework or certification (preferred)

Tools

Food service experience

Job description

Bright Horizons is hiring a full-time Cook in Pendleton, SC to plan and prepare nutritious, family‑style meals that support children’s health, growth, and learning. You will maintain a clean kitchen, follow safety guidelines, and work with staff to ensure quality meals for mornings and afternoons.

The position requires 18+ with a HS diploma or GED and a food handler certificate within 30 days. Preference for nutrition coursework and childcare kitchen experience. Competitive benefits are provided.