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Childcare Center Cook

Georgetown, KY · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

Childcare Center Cook- Georgetown, Kentucky Your role As a Childcare Cook at Child Development ... Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP ...

Child Development Schools

Childcare Cook

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Your role As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the ... Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP ...

Child Development Schools, Inc.

Childcare Cook

Griffin, GA · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

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 ...

Child Development Schools, Inc.

Childcare Cook

Benton, AR · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

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 ...

Child Development Schools

Childcare Center Cook

Durham, NC · On-site

$11.75 - $15.75/hr

Childcare Center Cook - Durham, North Carolina Your role As a Childcare Cook at Child Development ... Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP ...

Child Development Schools

Childcare Cook

Union City, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

Your role As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the ... Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP ...

Child Development Schools

Childcare Cook

Bryant, AR · On-site

$11 - $14/hr

Your role As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the ... Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP ...

Child Development Schools

Childcare Cook

Duncanville, TX · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Your role As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the ... Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP ...

Child Development Schools

Childcare Center Cook

Burlington, NC · On-site

$10.75 - $14.50/hr

Childcare Center Cook, Part Time -- Burlington, North Carolina Your role As a Childcare Cook at ... Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP ...

Child Development Schools

Childcare Cook

Griffin, GA · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

Your role As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the ... Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP ...

Child Development Schools

Childcare Cook

Benton, AR · On-site

$12 - $14/hr

Your role As a Childcare Cook at Child Development Schools, you will play an important role in the ... Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP ...

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Childcare Center Cook

Fayetteville, NC • On-site

Child Development Schools, Inc.
Executive Offices • 1 - 5K employees
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$12 - $15.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with menu plans and CACFP guidelines

  • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures to maintain a clean and compliant kitchen

  • Track meal counts, food inventory, and supply needs and communicate with center leadership

Job description

Childcare Center Cook - Fayetteville, 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 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: 14-16 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

Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Ability to pass a background check
  • Valid food handler's permit (or ability to obtain one prior to start)
  • Experience in food preparation, kitchen operations, or food service
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage meal timing for multiple classrooms
  • Physical ability to meet the demands of a kitchen environment including standing for extended periods, lifting, and working with heat
  • Genuine care for the wellbeing of children and a positive, team-oriented attitude

Prior experience cooking for children or in an institutional food service setting is a plus.
About Child Development Schools
Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with 270+ centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children ages six weeks to twelve years. We are committed to providing high-quality developmental education and supporting the families and communities we serve.
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. Child Development Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

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