Job Description

Preschool Cook

Hopkinton, MA

We’re hiring immediately!  Next Generation Children's Center, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Cook to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff. 

Our schools are staffed with people who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open-communication in each school and with our corporate office. We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting our staff members every step of the way. 

Enjoy the many benefits of working Full Time at Cadence Education.

• Competitive compensation
• Hourly Pay Rate: $16 - $22
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• NEW! 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
• Paid time off that increases with seniority
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision options available
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Educational and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid CDA 

The benefits listed above apply only to Full Time eligible employees.

Cadence Education is one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, operating over 300 private preschools and elementary schools across 29 states. With over 30 years in business, we have developed an unparalleled expertise in preparing students to thrive in the next step of their childhood.

Our overall mission is to provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are the leading edge of early education.

Company Overview

Preschool Cook Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must meet all state preschool cook requirements
• 1 year of experience in food planning, preparation and service following USDA guidelines
• Current Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe-certified preferred

Preschool Cook Job Responsibilities:

• The Preschool Cook will be responsible for minor meal preparation, organizing food and supplies storage areas, dishes, meal distribution to classrooms, and maintaining organization and systems in the kitchen
• Other duties as required, including but not limited to laundry, cleaning of equipment and toys
• This position will require lifting

Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.