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Daycare Cook/Janitor

Alexandria, LA

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Cook/Janitor Schedule: Full-time Hourly Position For My Child Learning Center is a skills-based and center-structured early learning environment guided by developmentally appropriate practices. The ...

Unitech Training Academy

Daycare Cook/Janitor

Alexandria, LA · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Cook/Janitor Schedule: Full-time Hourly Position For My Child Learning Center is a skills-based and center-structured early learning environment guided by developmentally appropriate practices. The ...

Unitech Training Academy

Daycare Cook/Janitor

Alexandria, LA · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Cook/Janitor Schedule: Full-time Hourly Position For My Child Learning Center is a skills-based and center-structured early learning environment guided by developmentally appropriate practices. The ...

Unitech Training Academy

Daycare Cook/Janitor

Alexandria, LA · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Cook/Janitor Schedule: Full-time Hourly Position For My Child Learning Center is a skills-based and center-structured early learning environment guided by developmentally appropriate practices. The ...

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How much do daycare cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for daycare cook in the United States is $19.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a daycare cook?

Daycare Cooks are responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks for children at a daycare facility. They plan menus that meet dietary guidelines and accommodate food allergies or special needs. Daycare Cooks also ensure that the kitchen area is clean and compliant with health and safety regulations, and they often work closely with daycare staff to support children's well-being. Their role is vital in providing healthy food choices to promote children's growth and development while at daycare.

What does a daycare cook do?

Daycare cooks plan, prepare, and clean up meals at a daycare facility. As a daycare cook, you prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks for children. You must have knowledge of healthy, complete meals and use budgeting skills to make food purchases for a given period of time. Your responsibilities include ensuring enough food is available each day and that each meal is USDA food guide compliant. Other duties involve maintaining a clean kitchen workspace, storing food according to local health unit guidelines, and serving food hygienically. You also interact with children and model appropriate food handling and eating etiquette.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a daycare cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Daycare Cook, you need knowledge of nutrition, safe food handling, and meal preparation, often backed by a food handler's permit or certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment and compliance with health department regulations are typically required. Attention to detail, organization, and effective communication with staff and children are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure the preparation of healthy, safe meals that support children's well-being and meet regulatory standards.

What are some common challenges faced by a daycare cook and how can they be managed?

Daycare Cooks often face the challenge of preparing nutritious meals that meet strict dietary guidelines and accommodate various allergies and preferences among children. Managing time efficiently to serve meals on schedule while maintaining food safety and cleanliness standards is essential. Effective communication with daycare staff is crucial to stay informed about children's needs and any last-minute changes. Staying organized and planning menus in advance can help streamline meal preparation and reduce stress during busy times.

What is the difference between Daycare Cook vs School Lunch Cook?

AspectDaycare CookSchool Lunch Cook
CredentialsFood handler’s permit, basic cooking skillsFood handler’s permit, food safety certification
Work EnvironmentChildcare centers, daycare facilitiesSchools, educational institutions
Employer & IndustryChildcare providers, daycare industrySchool districts, education sector
Job FocusPreparing nutritious meals for young childrenPreparing meals for students, adhering to school menus

While both roles involve preparing meals for children, a Daycare Cook focuses on creating nutritious, age-appropriate food in daycare settings, whereas a School Lunch Cook prepares meals for larger groups of students in school cafeterias, often following strict nutritional guidelines and menus.

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Infographic showing various Daycare Cook job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $39,979 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

Daycare Cook (Monday-Friday, No Weekends)

Eagle Mountain, UT • On-site

A to Z Building Blocks
Individual, Family and Community Social Assistance • 11 - 50 employees
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$16.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Love working in a kitchen but tired of nights and weekends?

A to Z Building Blocks is hiring a dependable Childcare Cook to prepare meals and snacks for the children in our center.

This could be a great fit if you have experience as a:

  • Daycare or childcare cook
  • School or cafeteria cook
  • Fast-food cook or kitchen worker
  • Prep cook
  • Restaurant worker

You do not need to be a chef. We are looking for someone who is comfortable working in a busy kitchen, can follow recipes, stays organized, and can get meals out on time independently.

Schedule

  • Full-time Monday–Friday
  • Daytime hours
  • No nights and No weekends

What You'll Do

  • Prepare and serve meals and snacks from a planned menu
  • Follow recipes and food-safety guidelines
  • Prep ingredients and cook using ovens and stovetops
  • Keep meals on schedule throughout the day
  • Wash dishes and keep the kitchen clean and organized
  • Properly store food and monitor supplies
  • Complete grocery shopping and kitchen inventory
  • Drive a 14 passenger van for grocery shopping and transportation needs

What We're Looking For

Previous cooking or kitchen experience is required.

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has experience preparing food in a daycare, school, cafeteria, fast-food, restaurant, or similar kitchen
  • Is comfortable cooking for groups
  • Can work independently and stay on schedule
  • Can follow recipes and instructions
  • Works quickly while keeping the kitchen clean and organized
  • Is dependable and ready to work every day

You must also:

  • Be 21 or older
  • Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Be willing to complete company bus-driver training and drive when needed
  • Have or obtain a Food Handler Permit before starting
  • Be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Pass required background checks

If you're used to a busy kitchen, cafeteria, lunchroom, or fast-food environment and want a more consistent Monday–Friday schedule, we'd love to hear from you.

**Apply today! ** https://atozbuildingblocks.com/careers/