Now Hiring Child Care Cook
Description
- Bonus based on performance
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
About the Role:
$12.00 - $14.00 per Hour
- Prepare and serve nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks for children daily
- Plan and follow weekly menus in accordance with childcare nutritional guidelines
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment at all times
- Monitor food inventory and assist with ordering supplies as needed
- Adhere to food safety, handling, and storage regulations
- Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special nutritional needs
- Coordinate meal timing with classroom schedules to ensure smooth daily operations
- Previous experience in food service, institutional cooking, or childcare food preparation preferred
- Knowledge of USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines, not required but a PLUS!
- Ability to pass a background check and training as required for childcare environments
- Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper storage practices
- Warm, nurturing demeanor with a genuine passion for working around children
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen setting
At Little Dreamers Academy in Clarksville, TN, we're more than just a childcare center — we're a place where little minds explore, big imaginations soar, and learning comes to life through fun, laughter, and adventure! 💕 We believe happy children start with an amazing team, which is why we've created a welcoming, supportive, and family-like atmosphere where our staff feels appreciated, encouraged, and valued. Together, we're making a BIG difference in little lives, one smile at a time! 🌟