Daycare Center Cook - La Petite Academy, Forest Hill Dr.

Learning Care is a dedicated and compassionate childcare organization committed to nurturing the growth and development of children and supporting the families we serve every day. As a trusted provider of early childhood education, we understand that our people are our greatest asset. We foster a supportive environment where team members feel valued, heard, and empowered. Our commitment extends beyond just childcare; we strive to cultivate a workplace culture where balance, opportunity, and recognition are cornerstone values. The company offers comprehensive employee benefits, including a minimum 50 percent childcare discount, immediate access to health benefits, innovative health programs, a 401(k) company match, and more, ensuring that our employees are well taken care of in and outside of work.

Joining Learning Care means becoming part of a community that prioritizes work-life balance, offering flexible schedules with no nights or weekends, the option to bring your children to work, and paid time off. We invest in the future of our employees by providing ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and access to our unique Master Teacher Program. Positive and fun workplace recognition is embedded into our culture to ensure our employees feel appreciated daily.

We are currently seeking a Child Care Cook / Food Specialist responsible for the overall preparation of food for the children enrolled at our school. This role is vital in ensuring that all meals and snacks meet nutritional standards, menu guidelines, and health and safety regulations. The Food Specialist will adapt to menu changes, preparing home-style, nutritional meals within the parameters of the school's budget and state and federal requirements. This position involves preparing and distributing meals and snacks to classrooms and maintaining inventory and organizational standards within the kitchen.

As a Food Specialist, you will be at home in the kitchen, responsible for creating nutritious meal plans aligned with the school's menu and budget, while adhering to USDA and licensing regulations. You will ensure food safety, maintain a well-organized inventory, and order supplies as needed. In addition to food preparation, you will assist in classrooms as needed, functioning as an assistant teacher or floater, adding value to the overall learning environment and childcare services.

This position offers competitive compensation based on education and experience, with hourly pay ranging from $13.37 to $13.89. We provide flexible working hours, a Monday through Friday workweek, limited medical benefits for part-time workers, and additional benefits such as education assistance, tuition reimbursement, certification support, 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, and employee childcare discounts.

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Joining our team means being part of a welcoming and professional environment dedicated to the growth and success of every child and employee we serve. If you are passionate about childcare, nutrition, and making a positive impact in a supportive community, this role at Learning Care offers a fulfilling journey where you will learn, grow, thrive, and play every day.