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Daycare Cook

Ankeny Lil Tots Daycare & Preschool
Ankeny, IA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 10/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2027

Ankeny Lil’ Tots is seeking a dependable and enthusiastic cook to join our team! We currently have a lead cook who will be returning to school, and we are looking for additional support.

Available Schedule:

  • Monday through Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Preparing and cooking meals for 150 children daily
  • Ensuring the kitchen is clean and organized before leaving each day
  • Following the established menu and making substitutions when necessary
  • Preparing mostly homemade meals while limiting processed foods
  • Maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment
  • Completing CACFP paperwork

What We’re Looking For:

  • Extremely reliable and punctual individuals, as this role is essential to our center
  • Someone who enjoys working in a fun, relaxed, and supportive environment

Qualifications:

  • Experience in food preparation, cooking, or food service
  • Knowledge of proper food handling and kitchen safety procedures
  • Familiarity with catering or large-scale meal service
  • Preferred experience in a dietary department or as a dietary aide

Benefits:

  • Full-time employees are eligible for paid holidays and PTO

If you love cooking and want to make a difference in children’s daily lives, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off

Experience:

  • Cooking: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $17

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