Child Care Cook

Madison Area Technical College

Child Care Cook preparing nutritious meals for Madison College’s early learning centers. Maintaining safe kitchens, compliant meal service, records, inventory, and children’s classroom sanitation.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $20 - $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quantity food preparation, sanitation methods, and compliance with licensing and accreditation standards. Capable of effectively engaging with diverse populations while maintaining accurate records and promoting family-style dining.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Quantity Food PreparationSanitation MethodsFirst Aid CertificationCPR CertificationWisconsin Licensing Rules Compliance

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Hard Skills

Recipe FollowingPortion ScalingFood InspectionInventory ManagementMeal Preparation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationPositive Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

First Aid CertificationCPR Certification

Industry Keywords

USDA ComplianceWisconsin Early Learning StandardsChildcare Food ServiceCultural AppropriatenessAccreditation Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Childcare Food Specialist in preparing meals meeting menu guidelines, nutritional and cultural needs, and age-appropriate portions
Prepare food for special center events and promote family-style dining in classrooms
Lead food preparation when the Childcare Food Specialist is absent
Deliver meals and service items to classrooms on schedule
Return leftovers and dishes to the kitchen and clean and store food according to regulations
Maintain inventory and the condition of supplies and equipment, reporting faults
Maintain safe, clean, and culturally appropriate food service areas in compliance with licensing, accreditation, USDA, Wisconsin Early Learning Standards, and Madison College policies
Maintain accurate records of menus, production, inventory, and sanitation
Inspect food deliveries for accuracy, safety, and quality, reporting issues
Contribute to program newsletters and support training for student-staff nutrition aides
Perform light housekeeping, including laundry and sanitizing classroom toys and materials
Perform other related duties supporting efficient division operations and institutional objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent working experience
0–2 years of relevant work experience
Meet Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Day Care Centers (HFS 46), including physical exam, TB skin test, and criminal background check upon hire and on an ongoing basis
Achieve first aid and CPR certification within 3 months and maintain current certification
Ability to follow recipes, worksheets, and verbal instructions
Ability to scale recipes and portion servings for infants through preschoolers
Knowledge of quantity food preparation, equipment, and sanitation methods is desirable
Ability to engage positively with all populations and communities
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully
Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment
No H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship available
Resume required; failure to include it results in disqualification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vacation
Holidays
Health insurance options
Vision insurance options
Dental insurance options
Life insurance options
Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
Lifelong learning culture
Wellness-focused culture
Inclusive work environment