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Childcare Cooks Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Childcare Cook

Loveland, OH · On-site

$12 - $19/hr

Overview Childcare CookHelp Us Serve Healthy Meals and Happy Childhoods Do you enjoy cooking, staying organized, and making a difference in children's lives? The Nest Schools is looking for a ...

Childcare Cook

Westerville, OH · On-site

$12 - $19/hr

Overview Childcare CookHelp Us Serve Healthy Meals and Happy Childhoods Do you enjoy cooking, staying organized, and making a difference in children's lives? The Nest Schools is looking for a ...

Childcare Cook

Vandalia, OH · On-site

$12 - $19/hr

Childcare CookHelp Us Serve Healthy Meals and Happy Childhoods Do you enjoy cooking, staying organized, and making a difference in children's lives? The Nest Schools is looking for a dependable ...

Childcare Cook

Columbus, OH · On-site

$12 - $19/hr

Childcare CookHelp Us Serve Healthy Meals and Happy Childhoods Do you enjoy cooking, staying organized, and making a difference in children's lives? The Nest Schools is looking for a dependable ...

Childcare Cook

Newnan, GA · On-site

$12 - $19/hr

Overview Childcare CookHelp Us Serve Healthy Meals and Happy Childhoods Do you enjoy cooking, staying organized, and making a difference in children's lives? The Nest Schools is looking for a ...

Childcare Cook

Loveland, OH · On-site

$12 - $19/hr

Childcare CookHelp Us Serve Healthy Meals and Happy Childhoods Do you enjoy cooking, staying organized, and making a difference in children's lives? The Nest Schools is looking for a dependable ...

Childcare Cook

Westerville, OH · On-site

$12 - $19/hr

Childcare CookHelp Us Serve Healthy Meals and Happy Childhoods Do you enjoy cooking, staying organized, and making a difference in children's lives? The Nest Schools is looking for a dependable ...

Childcare Cook

Newnan, GA · On-site

$12 - $19/hr

Childcare CookHelp Us Serve Healthy Meals and Happy Childhoods Do you enjoy cooking, staying organized, and making a difference in children's lives? The Nest Schools is looking for a dependable ...

Childcare Cook

Plymouth Meeting, PA · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

Minimum of 2 years of experience in food preparation or cooking * Minimum of 2 years of professional childcare experience (family childcare experience does not qualify) * Sensitivity to the ...

Childcare Center Cook

Hubert, NC · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

Childcare Cook -- Hubert, North Carolina Your role 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 ...

Childcare Cook

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

Working at a childcare center is something special. The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school's enrolled children. This role should be able to ...

About This Role The primary responsibility of the Cook is to prepare meals and snacks for children ... Must have 1 - 2 years of professional experience in food service; preferably in childcare or ...

Childcare Cook

Eureka, MO · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

We're looking for a Childcare Cook who shares our values and thrives in a fast-paced, child-centered atmosphere. Position Overview We're seeking a dedicated and dependable Childcare Cook to prepare ...

Childcare Cook

Columbus, OH · On-site

$12 - $19/hr

The Nest Schools is looking for a dependable, caring, and experienced Childcare Cook to join our team. This is more than a kitchen position. As our Cook, you will help children build healthy habits ...

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Childcare Cook

Loveland, OH • On-site

The Nest Schools
Education Programs Administration • 501 - 1,000 employees

$12 - $19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago


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4.1

Company rating: 4.1 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


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Overview

Childcare CookHelp Us Serve Healthy Meals and Happy Childhoods

Do you enjoy cooking, staying organized, and making a difference in children’s lives? The Nest Schools is looking for a dependable, caring, and experienced Childcare Cook to join our team.

This is more than a kitchen position. As our Cook, you will help children build healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks in a safe, welcoming environment. Your work will support our classrooms, our teachers, and the families we serve each day.

At The Nest Schools, we are not your average preschool center. We are a community of early childhood educators and support professionals committed to creating a culture built on kindness, wellness, innovation, and fun.

What You’ll Do
  • Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children
  • Plan and post menus that meet nutritional guidelines
  • Track food allergies and dietary restrictions carefully
  • Maintain food, kitchen supply, and inventory records
  • Deliver meals to classrooms safely and on schedule
  • Keep the kitchen, storage areas, and food preparation spaces clean and sanitary
  • Follow all health, safety, and food-handling requirements
  • Accurately record and report meals served
  • Communicate with school leadership and classroom staff as needed
What We’re Looking For
  • At least one year of experience preparing meals in a school, daycare center, restaurant, or similar setting
  • Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and nutritional meal preparation
  • Strong time-management and organizational skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • A dependable, patient, flexible, and positive attitude
  • The ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
  • A current State Food Manager License or willingness to obtain one
  • Must be able to regularly lift, carry, push and pull a minimum of 20 pounds, including children and classroom materials, with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays based on hours worked
  • Childcare discounts
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Employee Appreciation and Recognition Program
  • A supportive team and a workplace that values fun, kindness, and wellness

Join a growing organization where your work matters every day. Help us create healthy meals, happy children, and a positive school community.

Apply today to become part of The Nest Schools team. #ZR


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