Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Assistant
Care-O-World Early Learning Centers – Ayden, NC
Love to Cook? Looking for Better Hours?
If you enjoy cooking but are ready to leave nights, weekends, and the fast-paced restaurant environment behind, Care-O-World has the perfect opportunity for you!
We're looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our team in Ayden, NC. In this role, you'll help prepare nutritious meals that fuel children's learning and growth while enjoying a consistent weekday schedule and a supportive team environment.
Pay: $10.00–$15.00 per hour
Location: Ayden, NC
Position: Full-Time
Why You'll Love Working Here
Monday through Friday schedule
7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (1-hour lunch)
No evenings or weekends
All major holidays off
Minimal overtime
Less stress than a traditional restaurant kitchen
Seasonal menus with variety throughout the year
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave
Employee Discount
What You'll Do
As our Kitchen Assistant, you'll play an important role in keeping our children healthy by helping prepare fresh, nutritious meals in a clean and organized kitchen.
Responsibilities include:
Prepare meals and snacks following approved menus
Assist with food preparation using fresh ingredients
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen
Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
Help accommodate food allergies and dietary substitutions
Assist with inventory and food storage
Work closely with the leadership team to ensure smooth meal service
Support compliance with USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines
What We're Looking For
High school diploma or equivalent
At least one year of food service experience preferred
Experience preparing food from raw ingredients is a plus
Ability to pass a background check
Positive employment references
Dependable, organized, and team-oriented
Preferred Qualifications
ServSafe Certification
Culinary education or training
Experience in childcare, school nutrition, or institutional food service
Knowledge of NC DCDEE and USDA CACFP guidelines is helpful but not required
Why Care-O-World?
At Care-O-World, we believe every child deserves healthy meals prepared with care. As part of our team, you'll make a meaningful impact every day while enjoying a schedule that gives you your evenings, weekends, and holidays back.
If you're passionate about cooking and want a career where your work truly matters, we'd love to meet you!
Apply today and become part of the Care-O-World family in Ayden!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Care-O-World Early Learning Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Employment type
Full-Time, 30+ hours per week

Work arrangement
No