childcare cook

Childtime Learning Centers

<div>Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:<ul><li>
You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.</li><li>
You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.</li><li>
You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.</li><li>
You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.</li></ul> 
This is more than just a daycare job. It&rsquo;s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive&mdash;and play&mdash;every day. Working at a childcare center is something special.
The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school&rsquo;s enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules. 
As a Food Specialist, you will be:<ul><li>
At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms.</li><li>
Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.</li><li>
Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.</li><li>
Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.</li></ul>
Job Requirements:<ul><li>
Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred.</li><li>
A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.</li><li>
Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.</li></ul><div><div><div><div>
Florida Background Screening Notice</div><div>
Employment with this school is contingent upon successful completion of Florida&rsquo;s required background screening.</div><div>
Information regarding Florida&rsquo;s Background Screening Clearinghouse and screening requirements can be found here:</div><div>
https://info.flclearinghouse.com</div></div></div></div>
Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.</div>

Childcare Cook

St. Margaret's Child Care

Role: Childcare Float + CookReports to: Program DirectorSchedule: 7 am &ndash; 1 pm Monday &ndash; Friday (30 hours per week, up to 40 available)Start Date: May 2026Responsibilities:The float plays a vital, flexible role in supporting the daily operations of the center. This position is responsible for planning nutritious meals, managing grocery shopping, and preparing food in accordance with health and safety guidelines, as well as handling center laundry to maintain a clean and organized environment. In addition, the float assists in classrooms as needed, providing support to teachers and ensuring consistent care for children across all age groups. This individual must be adaptable, organized, and proactive, as they help fill gaps throughout the day and contribute significantly to the smooth, efficient functioning of the center. Our ideal candidate will be someone who is: highly reliable/dependable, loves children and cooking, can juggle many tasks, and thrives in a high paced environment.Our Mission:St. Margaret&rsquo;s mission is to provide young children with the extension of a nurturing, healthy home life, utilizing the expertise of our community, to assist our families in developing accomplished individuals rooted in a foundation of faith and love.Our Core Values:<ul><li>LOVE: We serve and nurture others with kindness and compassion.</li><li>RESPECT: We appreciate the unique qualities and dignity of each individual person.</li><li>INTEGRITY: We behave in ways that promote trust and accountability.</li><li>FAITH: We aim to facilitate the beginning of a loving relationship with Jesus Christ.</li><li>COMMUNITY: We utilize the expertise of our community to provide a well-rounded foundation for the children in our care.</li><li>GROWTH: We educate with a whole child growth mindset, focusing on the development of social-emotional, physical, cognitive, spiritual, and language skills within a safe and supportive environment.</li></ul>SMCC Expectations:Family Relationships and Communication:<ul><li>Maintain communication (in person, via our app, phone calls, other means as necessary)</li><li>Warmly greet families at drop-off and pick-up</li><li>Report concerns to the appropriate parties</li><li>Answer any questions and be available to meet with parents as needed/necessary</li><li>Communicate and embody SMCC values, mission, and policies in a courteous and compassionate manner</li></ul>Parent Education:<ul><li>Communicate updates about classroom routines, schedules, expectations, curriculum, and learning goals</li><li>Share helpful information and resources in collaboration with the Director</li></ul>Classrooms:<ul><li>Maintain classroom routines and schedules while providing constant supervision</li><li>Complete developmental and learning screenings/assessments periodically</li><li>Strictly and carefully maintain KDHE licensing/safety ratios, rules, and regulations</li><li>Maintain and submit documentation and records, as needed</li><li>Ensure that children are signed in and out each day for recordkeeping purposes</li><li>Log pertinent information about each child&rsquo;s day in the Procare app</li><li>Work with the program director to develop specialized behavioral plans, as needed</li></ul>Team Work and Leadership:<ul><li>Give and receive feedback to and from team members. Direct assistants as needed.</li><li>Liaise with the Program Director on the professional development needs of your team</li><li>Ensure that substitutes within the classroom are welcomed, oriented, and directed appropriately. Assist with new hire training as requested.</li><li>Share resources and stay up to date on best practices within the field</li><li>Cooperate and problem solve appropriate solutions with colleagues and leadership</li></ul>Environmental Design:<ul><li>Adjust and individualize your learning environment to meet the needs of your group</li><li>Maintain the environment according to program standards</li><li>Keep the learning environment free of clutter and hazards</li><li>Keep classroom storage areas clean and orderly</li><li>Create systems for parents and children in the classroom</li><li>Keep the environment clean with daily cleaning and disinfecting procedures</li></ul>Curriculum Development:<ul><li>Create and prepare developmentally appropriate lesson plans tailored to each child&rsquo;s individual needs, goals, and skills in advance</li><li>Post lesson plans in the classroom each week and ensure they are followed</li><li>Research and request curriculum materials, make materials as needed</li><li>Regularly change/rotate learning materials in the classroom environment</li><li>Provide children with group learning opportunities as well as 1:1 lessons</li></ul>Collaboration:<ul><li>Work closely and professionally in collaboration with community leaders and joint programs (CES Pre-School, etc.)</li></ul>Professional Development:<ul><li>Meet annual continuing education credit requirements per KDHE</li><li>Attend and participate in SMCC functions, mandatory meetings, and/or training opportunities</li></ul>Code of Conduct:<ul><li>Respect student and family confidentiality</li><li>Show a dedication to dependability &ndash; show up for work on time and as scheduled</li><li>Display a friendly, positive team-player attitude while exhibiting self-motivation</li><li>Refrain from gossip, negativity, or profanity</li><li>Provide a positive, encouraging, and loving classroom environment</li><li>Use a calm, kind, and respectful tone of voice when interacting or responding to the children. Handle children gently and with care.</li></ul>Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Childcare Cook + Float

La Petite Academy

<div>Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:<ul><li>
You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.</li><li>
You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.</li><li>
You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.</li><li>
You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.</li></ul> 


This is more than just a daycare job. It&rsquo;s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive&mdash;and play&mdash;every day. Working at a childcare center is something special.

The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school&rsquo;s enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules. 

As a Food Specialist, you will be:
<ul>
<li>At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms.</li>
<li>Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.</li>
<li>Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.</li>
<li>Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.</li>
</ul>
Job Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred.</li>
<li>A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.</li>
<li>Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.</li>
</ul>
Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.</div>

Child Care Center Cook

<div>Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:<ul><li>
You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.</li><li>
You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.</li><li>
You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.</li><li>
You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.</li></ul> 
This is more than just a daycare job. It&rsquo;s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive&mdash;and play&mdash;every day. Working at a childcare center is something special.
The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school&rsquo;s enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules. 
As a Food Specialist, you will be:<ul><li>
At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms.</li><li>
Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.</li><li>
Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.</li><li>
Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.</li></ul>
Job Requirements:<ul><li>
Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred.</li><li>
A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.</li><li>
Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.</li></ul><div> 
Compensation &amp; Benefits:</div><ul><li>
Pay $16.22-$16.85 hourly, Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options; based on Position, Education and Experience / any other compensation offered</li><li>
Immediate Health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.</li><li>
Limited medical offered for part-time workers.</li><li>
Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees</li><li>
Monday-Friday work week</li></ul>
Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.</div>

KinderCare Learning Companies

<div>Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it&rsquo;s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Cr&egrave;me de la Cr&egrave;me, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it&mdash;in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.
Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you&rsquo;ll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you&rsquo;ll never be alone. You&rsquo;ll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you&rsquo;re making on the lives of young learners and their families&mdash;and knowing that your work matters.
Want to feed the tiniest of taste buds? KinderCare is hiring a cook! As a cook, you will prepare healthy and tasty meals and snacks for the children in our centers. Following a menu and recipes developed by our in-house nutritionist, you&rsquo;ll ensure our children have the fuel they need to learn and grow.
When you join our team as a Cook you will:
<ul>
<li>Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically</li>
<li>Order food and supplies</li>
<li>Dispense and store medication, as requested</li>
<li>Complete timely and accurate documentation according to KinderCare and other licensing or regulation requirements</li>
<li>Help with and take on responsibility in other daily center duties, as needed</li>
<li>Support your center&rsquo;s success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement</li>
</ul>
Required Skills and Experience:
<ul>
<li>A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
</li><li>Familiarity with accurate conditions and food storage, understand the needs of children with food allergies, and to implement methods of food cross-contamination avoidance</li>
<li>Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare a sufficient quantity of foods for the center population</li>
<li>Basic math skills required for measuring and calculating serving portions</li>
<li>Possess a Food Handler&rsquo;s License or willingness to obtain</li>
At least one year of institutional cooking <li>- food ordering experience highly desirable</li>
<li>Two or more years working with children, highly desirable</li>
<li>Must be physically able to use the computer with basic proficiency and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds is strongly desired and may be required to work in some classrooms or in the kitchen</li>
<li>Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English</li>
</ul>Range of pay $18.20 - $21.90 Hourly
In the state of Minnesota, we currently provide an additional $3.00 per hour premium on all classroom hours worked in addition to the range of pay listed. This premium is funded through the Minnesota Great Start Grant Compensation Support Program.<div>
Our benefits meet you where you are. We&rsquo;re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life: 
- Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits. - Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!). 
<ul><li>Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.</li><li>Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.</li><li>&hellip; and much more.</li></ul></div>
We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we&rsquo;re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you&rsquo;ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you&rsquo;re anything like us, you&rsquo;ll come for the work, and stay for the people.
KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. 
Job Posting End Date : 2026-06-19</div>

Cook at Concord KinderCare

Valencia Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center

Valencia Hills Center for Rehabilitation Healing
 
Make an impact. Build connections. Love where you work.
 
At Valencia Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing, you’ll find a team that celebrates your strengths, where your work truly makes a difference every day. We’re passionate about creating a supportive, positive environment—not only for our residents, but for the people who care for them. As proud partners of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, our team members also have the opportunity to join the spirited KARE KREWE of Valencia Hills—bringing big-team energy and community spirit to everything we do. If you are looking to join a caring and supportive team, we would love to meet you!
 
We are conveniently located at 1350 Sleepy Hill Rd, Lakeland, FL.
 
Why Work For Us? Because We Offer Our Employees: 
<ul>
<li>Health, Dental Vision Insurance – family plan options available</li>
<li>Shift Differentials – nurses earn up to $2 more on nights and weekends</li>
<li>Generous PTO, Holiday and Sick time– we value work/life balance</li>
<li>401k, Life Insurance and Disability Coverage– peace of mind for you and your family</li>
<li>Direct Deposit Cash Advance up to 50% of Daily Pay– get paid when YOU want</li>
<li>Wonderschool Concierge Services – childcare made simple</li>
<li>Uniforms Employee Perks Program– we’ve got you covered</li>
<li>24/7 Telehealth Benefit with Doctegrity – access to medical care and mental health support when you need it most</li>
</ul>
This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening. More information: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
 
Dietary Cook Job Summary: 
The Dietary Cook is responsible for preparing and providing food services to residents in a cost-efficient manner to safely meet residents’ need in compliance with federal, state and local requirements.
 
Dietary Cook Major Duties and Critical Tasks: 
<ul>
<li>Prepare and serve meals for residents and staff in accordance with food safety regulations and within physician’s/nutritionists’ dietary recommendations</li>
<li>Maintain high standard of food preparation, sanitation, storage, and portion control</li>
<li>Determine food and supplies needed for daily menus; obtain supplies in time for adequate production</li>
<li>Plan food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that quality, temperature, and appearance of food is preserved</li>
<li>Assist in scheduled cleaning duties following established sanitary standards</li>
</ul>
Dietary Cook Other Duties: 
<ul>
<li>Participates and assists in departmental studies and projects as assigned or as may become necessary.</li>
<li>Represents the facility at and participates in meetings as required</li>
<li>Assists in standardizing work methods.</li>
<li>As the job description may not be all-inclusive, the employee is expected to perform other essential functions and duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Dietary Cook: 
<ul>
<li>Must be at least eighteen (18) years old</li>
<li>Knowledge of Department of Health Rules and Regulations</li>
<li>At Least 1 Year Experience in a Related Position Required</li>
</ul>

Dietary Cook

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