Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Full-Time Childcare Cook / Bus Driver

Location: Discovery Point Hamilton Mill – Dacula, GA Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday–Friday

Position Summary

Discovery Point Hamilton Mill is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Full-Time Cook/Bus Driver. This position is responsible for preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children and safely transporting school-age children to and from local schools.

The ideal candidate is punctual, organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable working in a childcare environment.

Essential Responsibilities

Cooking and Kitchen Duties

Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks according to the center’s approved menu

Follow CACFP meal patterns, portion requirements, food-safety rules, and sanitation procedures

Maintain accurate meal-production, food-temperature, and inventory records

Follow all food-allergy and dietary-restriction procedures

Wash dishes and keep the kitchen, pantry, appliances, and food-storage areas clean and organized

Receive and properly store food deliveries

Monitor food inventory and notify management when supplies need to be ordered

Distribute meals to classrooms and collect dishes and meal supplies

Driving and Transportation Duties

Safely transport children to and from local schools

Follow assigned routes and transportation schedules

Complete daily vehicle inspections and transportation logs

Perform accurate attendance and name-to-face checks

Ensure children are properly secured before the vehicle moves

Check the entire vehicle after every trip to ensure no child remains inside

Keep the center vehicle clean and report all maintenance or safety concerns immediately

Maintain professional communication with children, families, school personnel, and coworkers

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 25 years old

Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record

Must pass all required background checks and motor-vehicle-record checks

Must be dependable, punctual, and available to work full-time Monday through Friday

Must have reliable transportation to and from work

Must be able to follow written menus, recipes, schedules, and safety procedures

Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds

Must complete all required childcare, food-safety, CPR/First Aid, and transportation training

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience preparing meals for groups

Previous childcare, school-bus, or passenger-van driving experience

Knowledge of CACFP meal requirements

Experience working in a licensed childcare center

Benefits

Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule

No nights or weekends

Competitive pay based on experience

Paid training and professional-development opportunities

Childcare discount for eligible employees

PTO for eligible employees

401(k) with employer match for eligible employees

Discovery Point Hamilton Mill is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all required background screenings, driving-record checks, and childcare employment requirements.