Daycare Prep Cook
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Free uniforms
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Daycare Prep Cook / Childcare Kitchen Assistant – $17–$19/hr
Location: The Learning Experience – Dedham, MA
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Pay: $17–$19 per hour
About the Role
The Learning Experience – Dedham is hiring a dependable Daycare Prep Cook / Childcare Kitchen Assistant to support our preschool and childcare meal program. This role is ideal for someone with experience in food preparation, school kitchens, daycare kitchens, or cafeteria settings who enjoys working in a child-focused environment.
You’ll play an important role in helping provide healthy, safe, and well-prepared meals to young children in our daycare and preschool.
What You’ll Do
Prepare and portion breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures Track and manage food allergies and communicate dietary needs with staff Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and inspection-ready Assist with inventory, food ordering, and basic kitchen records Support smooth mealtime operations throughout the center Follow all Massachusetts health department and EEC guidelines
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required
Food Handler Certificate required or willingness to obtain
Experience as a prep cook, daycare cook, school cook, kitchen assistant, or cafeteria worker preferred
Ability to lift 25+ lbs and stand for extended periods Organized, reliable, and comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment
Why You’ll Like Working Here
Competitive pay: $17–$19/hr
Consistent weekday schedule (no nights or weekends) Supportive team environment Paid training and onboarding Employee childcare discount Growth opportunities within the center
Apply today to join The Learning Experience – Dedham and help keep our children healthy, happy, and well-fed every day.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.