Cook/Housekeeper

Child Care Associates (CCA) is a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering children, families, and early childhood educators through comprehensive support services. Established with a mission to improve early childhood education and developmental outcomes, CCA has become a trusted leader in the education sector, providing services that support school readiness and help children thrive throughout their formative years. With numerous campuses including the Arlington II Campus in Arlington, Texas, the organization is committed to fostering safe, healthy, and nurturing environments for children to grow, learn, and achieve their full potential.

CCA operates daycare centers, early learning programs, and family support initiatives designed to address the holistic needs of children and their communities. The Arlington II Campus offers state-of-the-art facilities and child-focused programs where educators and staff work tirelessly to create enriched learning environments. Child Care Associates values diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusivity and follows a strict equal employment opportunity policy ensuring fair treatment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, and other protected characteristics.

The Cook/Housekeeper (Nutrition & Sanitation Clerk) role at Child Care Associates is a unique, full-time position based at the Arlington II Campus located at 525 Browning Dr, Arlington, TX 76010. This position provides a crucial combination of culinary and housekeeping duties that collectively contribute to the health, safety, and well-being of children attending the center. The hourly wage for this role is competitive at $16 per hour, and the work schedule avoids nights, weekends, and holiday shifts, promoting an excellent work-life balance.

In this role, the Cook/Housekeeper is responsible for preparing nutritious meals and snacks suitable for children’s developmental stages while maintaining sanitation and safety standards throughout the facility. The position emphasizes working closely with infant teachers to tailor menus to meet infants’ nutritional requirements and adhering rigorously to USDA guidelines and food safety regulations. Beyond food preparation, the role demands diligent upkeep of classrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and common areas, ensuring they remain clean, welcoming, and secure.

Safety inspections and sanitation protocols are key components, and the Cook/Housekeeper actively participates in ongoing nutrition and sanitation training to stay abreast of best industry practices. The job includes inventory management of food, paper products, and cleaning supplies to ensure smooth daily operations and occasional travel to other campuses as needed.

This position suits candidates who are dependable, organized, and passionate about providing a safe and supportive environment for children. Those who enjoy working independently while being part of a collaborative and mission-driven team will find fulfillment in this role. The Cook/Housekeeper's contribution directly impacts children’s ability to arrive daily ready to learn and thrive.

The position also offers professional growth opportunities by exposing employees to child nutrition and wellness, food service operations, health and sanitation practices, early childhood education environments, and child safety and development support. Individuals joining the team will experience the satisfaction of witnessing the tangible difference their work makes in children’s lives and family outcomes every day.