JOB DETAILS

Daycare Cook!

CompanyKids & Company Ltd
LocationSt. Peters
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 1, 2026
About The Company
At Kids & Company, we’re passionate about providing a dynamic and engaging early learning experience that’s centered around our emergent curriculum and learn-through-play philosophy. Our proprietary programs—Alpha-Mania (pre-literacy and early reading), Mini Masters (art), and Munchkinetics (movement)—are thoughtfully designed to inspire creativity, self-expression, coordination, and most importantly, fun. We take pride in incorporating sign language in our infant and toddler rooms, and our well-rounded curriculum includes music, French, science, exploration, and creative play, all aimed at fostering holistic child development. In our Kidco Kitchen, we serve fresh, nutritious meals daily, prepared by a dedicated chef and nutritionist. Our family-style dining approach empowers children to make their own food choices, helping them develop valuable self-help skills. At Kids & Company, we’re committed to nurturing every aspect of your child’s growth, providing an early learning experience that’s truly one of a kind.
About the Role

About Us

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds? At Inspire Early Education, we foster a joyful, inclusive learning environment where both children and educators thrive. Join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and the magic of early learning.

We're currently seeking experienced and caring individuals to join our team as cooks. As a cook, you will assist in the overall management of day-to-day operations of all food preparation and cooking in the kitchen.


Location: 

  • Inspire Central O’Fallon: 123 Hutchings Farm Dr, O'Fallon, MO 63366
  • Inspire St. Peters/ O'Fallon: 8368 Mexico Rd. St. Peters, MO 63376
  • Inspire O’Fallon:2796 Highway K O’Fallon, MO 63368


Why You'll Love Working with Us:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
  • Work-Life Support: Generous PTO, 401(k) with match
  • Perks That Make a Difference: Childcare discounts, Daily Pay app
  • Grow with Us: Ongoing professional development + clear advancement paths

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Responsible for cooking, baking, and food preparation 
  • Ensure safe food storage and disposal, including maintaining temperature logs.
  • Cook is responsible for preparing meals and snacks for children with special dietary needs
  • Maintain children’s allergy list regularly.
  • Weekly ordering and receiving all food supplies and replenishing dishware and cookware
  • Follow food portioning guidelines and maintain appropriate food inventory
  • Complies with all health regulations and the company’s best practices
  • Upkeep kitchen cleaning schedule, including dishwashing, daily, weekly, and monthly duties
  • Occasionally required to prepare food for field trips, school-age programs, and community events.
  • Duties and responsibilities may change from time to time on the needs of the daycare centers.

 

Who You Are

Required:

  • High School diploma/GED equivalency required
  • Valid driver's license and a clean driver’s abstract.
  • Current Food Handler Certification or willing to get
  • Clear background checks and up-to-date health assessments.
  • Ability to push, pull and lift to 45 pounds 
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to take initiative and problem-solve effectively. 


Preferred

  • Experience working with vulnerable populations
  • Experience working with children. 


Join us at Inspire Early Education and become part of a diverse and inclusive community committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Inspire Early Education is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at careers@inspireschools.com.

ease reach out to us at careers@inspireschools.com.

Key Skills
Food preparationCookingBakingFood safetyInventory managementKitchen cleaningCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingDietary managementAllergy management
Categories
Food & BeverageEducationSocial Services
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insurancePaid time off401(k) with matchChildcare discountsDaily pay appProfessional development
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The cook is responsible for managing daily food preparation, cooking, and baking while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. They must also maintain kitchen cleanliness, manage food inventory, and accommodate children with special dietary needs.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$17 - $18
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
1227
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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