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Sunshine House · Onsite · Lenoir, North Carolina, United States

Daycare Cook

Love making a difference? You'll fit right in. As a daycare cook, there’s something truly special about knowing you’re supporting shaping a child’s future. When you join The Sunshine House family, you’re not just taking a job—you’re making an impact. Learn more about our 50-year legacy of love & early childhood learning: https://youtu.be/0geByoV9ZVY 

 
Now Hiring at: 110 Nuway Circle Lenoir, NC 28645

Pay Range: $15.00-$17.00 

Candidates with advanced education and experience in early childhood education may qualify for higher pay within the range. Regular increases are considered with additional education, stellar performance, and years of service. 

Why You’ll Love Working at the Sunshine House:
Our team is our family. You invest in our children, and we invest in you! 

  • Competitive Pay: 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 day pay available
    • Unlimited growth opportunities
    • Referral bonus 

  • Fantastic Benefits Package: You have lots of choices for health, dental, vision, and other benefits such as AFLAC. Choices afford you control over how you’d like to receive your healthcare, and how much you want to pay for it.
    • Affordable Blue Cross Blue Shield plans
    • Company-paid life insurance
    • 401K retirement plan
    • Employee wellness program

  • Work-Life Balance: Your paid time off starts accruing from day one. And the longer you stay with the company, the more time off you earn – including 7 paid holidays.
    • Monday-Friday schedule
    • Employee discounts on major brands like Verizon
    • Paid Birthday holiday

  • Education Supports: All required professional development is paid. Interested in continuing your education? We pay for the CDA program and support TEACH.
    • Paid training & professional development
    • Up to 95% FREE tuition for CDA, associate's, bachelor's or master's programs with the TEACH program. Eligible bonuses could push the amount of funding to over 100%.

Requirements


This might be the perfect fit for you! 

  • Passion for working with young children. 
  • At least 18-years-old. 
  • High school diploma or equivalent required. 
  • Previous experience working in licensed childcare preferred
  • Ability to pass background checks & health assessments. 
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. for child safety and emergencies. 
  • Must be willing to work in the classroom to cover breaks.

Cook Responsibilities: 

  • Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for large group food service, preferably in a childcare center, preferred.
  • SERV Safe certification preferred. 
  • Prepares and distributes meals/snacks for children and staff according to guidelines and provided menus.
  • Follows daily menu that incorporates USDA, licensing and/or health department regulations.
  • Ensures safe food preparations and proper sanitation methods are used and maintains a safe kitchen/pantry area.
  • Maintains inventory of food and supplies.

Benefits

Hear From Our Happy Teammates:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “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’s one of the best work environments I’ve ever experienced!” - Little Elm, TX

About The Sunshine House: For 50 years, The Sunshine House has provided high-quality early education and childcare for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. We operate more than 100 schools across 7 states, helping children build a solid educational and social foundation while having fun. Learn more at www.sunshinehouse.com.


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 on additional employee rights can be found posted at each school.

Discrimination Information

FMLA Information

Polygraph Test Information

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How this Cook salary compares

This role pays $33,280/yr — below the typical range for Cook roles.

$33,600 median $42,640 $54,080

Typical range $37,440–$48,589/yr, from 1,921 comparable Cook listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Cook salary insights →

About Sunshine House

About the Sunshine House Early Learning Academy
Bright Futures Start Here! For more than 45 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in.

The Sunshine House is one of the largest early education and childcare companies in the United States, operating more than 100 schools in 8 states, employing 2,000 professional educators and caregivers, and serving more than 12,000 children each day.

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