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Childcare Cook
Northwest CenterUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Oct 2025
💰 $63,520/yr($50,000/yr – $63,520/yr)
About the role
Northwest Center is now hiring a Childcare Cook to join our school in Downtown Seattle!Northwest Center Kids provides early learning programs for children with and without disabilities in the same classroom, recognizing each child as a unique individual. We're where kids of all abilities can reach their full potential together. We are committed to quality service and inclusive learning in a warm, friendly environment.As a Childcare Cook, you will make food and work with children from birth through age five. This position requires significant interaction with children, families, teachers, and our administrative team. Opportunities for overtime if available. No weekends or evening shifts required!This position falls under a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU Local 925 union.Northwest Center prioritizes our employees' safety and proudly follows all public health guidelines issued by the Center for Disease Control. Location: Downtown Seattle
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Starting Wage: $24 - $25 per hour | Full Wage Range: $24 - $31.76 per hour
Benefits:
Essential Functions:
Requirements:
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Starting Wage: $24 - $25 per hour | Full Wage Range: $24 - $31.76 per hour
Benefits:
- Competitive and affordable Medical (including hearing & hardware coverage!), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance
- 17 Accrued Paid Time Off Days Annually + 25 Paid Break and Holiday Days Annually
- Paid professional development and continuing education - $350 per year
- Guaranteed Bi-Annual Wage Increases at union ratification anniversary and individual work anniversary
- Tuition discount at NWC Early Learning Schools after one year of employment
- Parental Leave and Paid Compassion Leave
- Retirement 401(K) with a company match
- Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health
- Mental Wellness Program including six free therapy sessions per year
- Company-Provided Orca Card
- Physical Wellness Reimbursement Program - $25 per month
- Student Loan Contribution Program - $50 per month
- Pet Insurance Discount Program
- Eligible to receive scholarships for a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education
- Monthly reflective practice with a licensed therapist
- Opportunity for career development with our NWC Mentorship Match program
Essential Functions:
- Preparing basic breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks
- Providing appropriate substitutions for children with special diets and allergies
- Developing supportive relationships with parents and caregivers to learn more about special diets and allergies
- Maintaining logs and ordering food items and kitchen supplies
- Working collaboratively with the teachers, children, and administrative staff
- Following health and safety protocols outlined by the Public Health Department and the Department of Early Learning
Requirements:
- Familiarity with working in early learning or educational settings
- Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed
- Must be able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Must have or obtain a valid Washington State food handler's permit prior to beginning employment
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