Childcare Center Cook

AppleTree Academy
Peoria, IL

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Join Our Team as a Childcare Cook!



Location: AppleTree Academy

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM (½ hour break daily)

Are you a passionate cook who loves working around children? AppleTree Academy is looking for a dedicated Childcare Cook to join our team and help nourish young minds and bodies with healthy, delicious meals.

Why Work with Us?

Competitive pay

  • Supportive and caring work environment
  • Make a daily impact on children's health and development
  • Enjoy evenings and weekends off

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and cook nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with dietary DCFS guidelines

  • Follow food safety and sanitation standards at all times

Will provide training for the position

  • Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and food prep area

Accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions with care

  • Collaborate with team members and contribute to a positive work environment

Qualifications:

Previous cooking experience, ideally in a childcare, school, or similar setting

  • Basic knowledge of child nutrition and balanced meal preparation

A genuine love for children and healthy cooking

How to Apply:

If you're excited to bring your culinary skills to a nurturing, child-centered environment, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected] , sharing your relevant experience and why you’re the right fit for this role.

AppleTree Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

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 Association for Early Learning Leaders.

Posted 2026-02-21

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