Children’s Cook ($13-$17/hr)

Children’s Cook (Full-Time)

📍 Fremont, OH
💰 $13–$17/hour (based on experience)

Angie’s Angels Child Development is seeking a full-time Children’s Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children in our childcare center. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys cooking in a structured environment, values consistency, and takes pride in preparing healthy meals for children.

This position follows a consistent daytime schedule, typically during weekday hours.

🍎 About the Role

Our Children’s Cook plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of our center by ensuring meals are prepared safely, on time, and in accordance with CACFP guidelines. You will work independently in the kitchen while collaborating with leadership to keep food service running smoothly.

🍽️ Core Responsibilities

As the Children’s Cook, you will:

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks for children daily
  
  
• Follow CACFP standards and guidelines
  
  
• Prepare food in large quantities while maintaining quality and portion control
  
  
• Verify correct portion sizes for age groups
  
  
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and rotation of food and supplies
  
  
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen
  
  
• Assist with basic food purchasing and inventory
  
  
• Follow all health, safety, and licensing regulations
  
  

🎓 Qualifications

Required:

• At least 18 years of age
  
  
• High school diploma or equivalent
  
  
• Ability to follow food safety guidelines and instructions
  
  

Preferred (not required):

• Previous cooking or food service experience
  
  
• Experience cooking for groups, schools, or childcare centers
  
  
• Familiarity with CACFP guidelines (training available)
  
  

👉 We are willing to train the right candidate who is dependable, organized, and enjoys working in a child-centered environment.

💪 Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
  
  
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
  
  
• Ability to work in a kitchen environment safely
  
  (Reasonable accommodations available.)
  
  

🎁 Benefits

• Paid Time Off
  
  
• Paid Holidays
  
  
• Childcare Discount
  
  
• Tuition Assistance
  
  
• 401(k)
  
  
• Stable, consistent schedule