Children's Cook (Full-Time)

Children’s Cook (Full-Time)

 Fremont, OH

Angie's Angels Child Development
 $13–$17/hour (based on experience)

Angie’s Angels Child Development is seeking a full-time Children’s Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children in our early childhood center. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys cooking, working in a structured kitchen environment, and contributing to the health and well-being of young children.

Our cook plays an important role in our program by ensuring children receive balanced, high-quality meals that meet CACFP standards in a safe and organized kitchen environment.

Most positions follow a daytime schedule (ex: 7:00am–1:30pm or similar) within our center hours of 5:30am–5:30pm.

 About Our Program

Angie’s Angels Child Development Center serves children from infancy through preschool.

We believe healthy meals help support children’s growth, learning, and energy throughout the day.

Our kitchen supports:

Nutritious meals and snacks following CACFP guidelines

High standards for food safety and sanitation

A supportive team environment where kitchen staff work closely with leadership

 Key Responsibilities

As the Children’s Cook, you will:

Prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children following CACFP standards

Prepare and cook food in large quantities for multiple classrooms

Ensure proper portion sizes for children according to program guidelines

Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen

Label, date, and store food and supplies properly

Assist with food ordering and inventory management

Ensure quality and consistency in daily meal preparation

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and licensing regulations

Work with leadership to support menu preparation and nutritional standards

Maintain kitchen records required for food service programs

 Qualifications

Required:

At least 18 years of age

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to follow food safety procedures and CACFP guidelines

Ability to work independently and stay organized in a kitchen environment

Preferred (not required):

Previous experience in food service, school kitchens, childcare centers, or restaurants

Experience preparing food in large quantities

Food safety certification (or willingness to obtain)

 We value experience, but we are also open to training a dependable candidate who enjoys cooking and wants a stable daytime schedule.

 Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Ability to work safely in a kitchen environment with hot equipment

(Reasonable accommodations available.)

 Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Childcare Discount

401(k)

Professional Development Opportunities