Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide. Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you’ll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you’ll never be alone. You’ll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you’re making on the lives of young learners and their families—and knowing that your work matters. Want to feed the tiniest of taste buds? KinderCare is hiring a cook! As a cook, you will prepare healthy and tasty meals and snacks for the children in our centers. Following a menu and recipes developed by our in-house nutritionist, you’ll ensure our children have the fuel they need to learn and grow. When you join our team as a Cook you will: Maintain kitchen and related equipment safely and hygienically Order food and supplies Dispense and store medication, as requested Complete timely and accurate documentation according to KinderCare and other licensing or regulation requirements Help with and take on responsibility in other daily center duties, as needed Support your center’s success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement Required Skills and Experience: A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day Familiarity with accurate conditions and food storage, understand the needs of children with food allergies, and to implement methods of food cross-contamination avoidance Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare a sufficient quantity of foods for the center population Basic math skills required for measuring and calculating serving portions Possess a Food Handler’s License or willingness to obtain At least one year of institutional cooking -- food ordering experience highly desirable Two or more years working with children, highly desirable Must be physically able to use the computer with basic proficiency and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds is strongly desired and may be required to work in some classrooms or in the kitchen Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English Range of pay $17.35 - $18.50 Hourly. In the state of Minnesota, we currently provide an additional $3.00 per hour premium on all classroom hours worked in addition to the range of pay listed. This premium is funded through the Minnesota Great Start Grant Compensation Support Program.