Childcare Cook

Childcare Cook | Full Time

Love making a difference? You'll fit right in.

There’ssomething truly special about knowing you’reshapinga child’s future. When you join The Sunshine House family,you’renot just taking a job—you’remaking an impact.

Now isagreat timeto joinour team.

For 50 years,The Sunshine House hasbeen nurturing young minds and helping children thrive.

Andwe’dlove foryou to be a part ofournext
50 years!

Candidates withpreviousexperiencecookingor workingin early childhood education may qualify for higher pay within the range.

Regular increases are considered withstellarperformance,and years of service.

What’s it like to be a cook at ourschool?

• Prepares and distributes meals/snacks for children and staff according to guidelines and provided menus.
• Followsdailymenu that incorporates USDA,licensing and/or health department regulations.
• Ensure safe food preparations and proper sanitation methods are used andmaintainsa safe kitchen/pantry area.
• Maintains inventory of food and supplies.
• Mustbe willing to work in the classroom to cover breaks.

This might be the perfect fit for you!

• Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for large group food service, preferably in a childcare center, preferred.
  
  Serv Safe certification preferred.
• At least 18-years-old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working in licensedchildcarea plus.
• Ability to pass background checks&health assessments.
• Ability toliftupto
  30 lbs.

Our team is our family. You invest in our children, and we invest in you!

The pay range is just the starting point. Our hiring managers carefully consider your experience, credentials, & education and complete annual salary evaluations. Ask about how we support advancement (like tuition reimbursement) that may increase your pay.

• Discounted childcare
• Same daypayavailable
• Unlimited growth opportunities
• Referral bonus

Your paid time off startsaccruingfrom day one. And the longer you stay with the company, the moretime offyou earn– including 7 paid holidays.

• Monday-Friday schedule
• Employee discounts on major brands like Verizon
• Paid birthday holiday

All required professional development is paid. Interested in continuing your education? We pay for the CDA program and support TEACH.

• Paidtrainings& professional development
• Up to 95% FREE tuition for CDA, associate's,bachelor'sor master's programs with theTEACH program.
  
  Eligible bonuses could push the amount of funding to over 100%.

For 50 years, The Sunshine House has provided high-quality early education and childcare for children from6 weeksto 12 years old. Weoperatemore than 100 schools across7states, helping children build a solid educational and social foundation while having fun.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“I love coming to work every day because I truly enjoy my job, my coworkers, and the wonderful children we serve!”- Columbia, SC

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Sunshine House is a supportive and welcoming environment where we work together to provide the best care for our little ones.”- Stockbridge, GA

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“My supervisors have always supported my growth here.

It’sone of the best work environments

I’veever experienced!”- Little Elm, TX

The Sunshine House is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Sunshine House prides itself on closely following state and federal laws designed to keep you protected. Follow the links below to learn about Discrimination, FMLA, and Polygraph protections. Information onadditionalemployee rights can be found posted at each school.

Discrimination Information

FMLA Information

Polygraph Test Information