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.