Preschool Cook

Cadence Education is a leading provider of early childhood education across the United States, operating over 340 schools in 30 states. With more than 30 years of experience, Cadence is dedicated to fostering bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. The organization prides itself on creating warm, home-like environments combined with an innovative curriculum that supports holistic child development. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to open communication, Cadence Education provides a supportive and enriching workplace for childcare professionals. Beyond serving as a preschool, Cadence Education views itself as a nurturing kitchen for lifelong learning, where every team member contributes to the growth and development of young learners.

The part-time Preschool Cook position at Cadence Education is a vital role responsible for preparing nutritious and delicious meals tailored specifically for preschool-aged children. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about children’s well-being and those with experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education who want to apply their culinary skills to fuel young learners' adventures. The Preschool Cook will be instrumental in creating kid-approved meals and snacks that support children’s energy and growth throughout the day.

In this role, the Preschool Cook will maintain a clean, organized kitchen space, manage food and supply storage with efficiency, and ensure timely serving of meals to classrooms. Additional responsibilities include handling dishwashing, deep cleaning kitchen equipment, and supporting other duties such as laundry and sanitizing toys to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for children. This position requires some physical activity, including lifting, making energy and enthusiasm important qualities for candidates.

The position offers competitive hourly pay ranging from $16.94 to $19.00, with an exciting on-demand pay feature via UKG Wallet allowing employees to access their earnings anytime. Although this specific role is part-time, Cadence Education provides full-time cooks with attractive benefits such as a 50% childcare tuition discount, a 401(k) plan with employer match, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, pet insurance, paid time off that increases with tenure, paid holidays, company-paid life insurance, and opportunities for professional development including paid CDA and tuition reimbursement.

Working at Cadence means joining a community that prioritizes work-life balance and supports your career growth within a team-oriented culture. If you are ready to be part of a dynamic, caring environment where your culinary skills can truly make a difference in the lives of children and their families, this role at Cadence Education is an exciting opportunity to join a leader in early childhood education and make an impact every day.