Description
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. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey
ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to
share-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'll be directly supporting children and
their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come
with that responsibility. But you'll never be alone. You'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're making on the lives of young learners and their
families-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'll ensure our children have the fuel they need to learn
and g
When you join our team as a Cook you will:
Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically
Order food and supplies
Dispense and store medication, as requested
Complete timely and accurate documentation according to KinderCare and other
licensing or regulation requirements
Help with and take on responsibility in other daily center duties, as needed
Support your center's success by partnering with center staff and leadership
to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement
Qualifications
Familiarity with accurate conditions and food storage, understand the needs
of children with food allergies, and to implement methods of food
cross-contamination avoidance.
Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare sufficient quantity of foods
for center population
Basic math skills required for measuring and calculating serving portions
Possess a Food Handler's License or willingness to obtain
At least one year of institutional cooking -- food ordering experience highly
desirable
Two or more years working with children, highly desirable
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.
Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children
and their parents in English
Our benefits meet you where you are. We're here to help our employees
navigate the integration of work and life:
Investing in you is an investment in our future: Starting rate of pay is
$14.80/hour. KinderCare also has a robust tenure-based pay model that
begins at 1 year of service for qualified individuals.
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!).
Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee
assistance programs.
Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time
off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
... and much more.
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'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'll help bring
this mission to life by buildin community and delivering exceptional
experiences. And if you're anything like us, you'll come for the work,
and stay
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer -
minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual
orientation/gender identity