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Daycare Cook
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Prepares and distributes meals and snacks for children and staff in a daycare setting, following USDA and health department guidelines, ensuring food safety and sanitation.
About this role
Daycare Cook
Pay range: $15-16 per hour, based on experience, education and credentials.
Cook / Nutritionist Responsibilities:
- Prepares and distributes meals/snacks for children and staff according to guidelines and provided menus.
- Follows daily menu that incorporates USDA, licensing and/or health department regulations.
- Ensures safe food preparations and proper sanitation methods are used and maintains a safe kitchen/pantry area.
- Maintains inventory of food and supplies.
- Must be willing to work in the classroom to cover breaks.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for large group food service, preferably in a childcare center
- Serv Safe preferred.
- Ability to pass background checks & health assessments.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Benefits
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical, dental & vision insurance
- Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
- Consistent Monday-Friday schedule; no nights or weekends!
- Discounted childcare
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Career advancement and growth opportunities
- Same day pay available
- Employee discount program
- And much more
About The Sunshine House:
Bright Futures Start Here! The Sunshine House is one of the largest early education and childcare companies in the United States, operating more than 100 schools in 8 states, employing 2,000 professional educators and caregivers, and serving more than 12,000 children each day.
The Sunshine House is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The Sunshine House prides itself on closely following state and federal laws designed to keep you protected. Follow the links below to learn about Discrimination, FMLA, and Polygraph protections. Information on additional employee rights can be found posted at each school.
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