Preschool Cook– Kahului

Because feeding keiki is an act of care, not a dinner rush.

Do you enjoy cooking for others—and doing it with intention?
Are you the person friends trust to cook for church gatherings, family parties, or community events?
Do you like an early, predictable schedule and being done before most people clock out?

This might be your sweet spot.

$750 New Hire Bonus  •  Part-Time

Let’s Clear This Up (Because Titles Matter)

This is not a fast-paced restaurant line cook role.
There’s no dinner rush. No tickets flying. No late nights.

This role is about preparing nutritious meals for preschool children in a calm, supportive environment—where consistency, cleanliness, and care matter more than speed or plating aesthetics.

If you’ve cooked for:

• Large families

• Church or community groups

• Catering events

• Schools, senior centers, or childcare programs

…you already have the kind of experience we’re looking for.

What This Role Is Really About

As our Preschool Cook, you are part of the care team. The meals you prepare help fuel learning, growth, and healthy habits for young children during some of their most important developmental years.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Preparing and serving meals and snacks for preschool-aged children

• Following nutrition guidelines, menus, and food safety standards

• Keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and inspection-ready

• Working independently and managing your time with confidence

• Supporting a warm, respectful environment for keiki and staff

We’ll provide training—you bring the heart and foundational kitchen know-how.

About the Schedule (Yes, It’s Unique—and That’s a Feature)

This role has non-traditional hours, which is exactly why it works beautifully for the right person. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7am-Noon.

✔ Early mornings
✔ Weekday schedule
✔ Afternoons free for family, appointments, or personal time

Many of our successful cooks love that this role fits around life—not the other way around.

Who Thrives in This Role

This role is a great fit if you are:

• Kind, patient, and dependable

• Comfortable cooking in larger quantities

• Experienced in any kitchen or group-cooking setting

• Looking for meaningful work with stability

• Someone who values routine, purpose, and community

You don’t need restaurant credentials—you need care, consistency, and competence.

Why Join Us

• Work for a Top Workplace (5 years running)

• Be part of a mission-driven, local nonprofit serving Hawaiʻi’s families

• Supportive team and structured expectations

• Training provided

• Benefits available (yes—even for part-time roles)

The Bottom Line🥄

If you find joy in feeding others, take pride in a well-run kitchen, and want your work to genuinely matter—this is more than a cooking job. It’s a role rooted in care, community, and purpose.

Apply today and help nourish Hawaiʻi’s keiki—one meal at a time. 💙

Benefits:

• Competitive pay: ($20-$25)

• Sign on Bonus

• College Tuition Reimbursement

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Childcare Discounts (50-75% off!)

• Paid Time Off & Holidays (Your birthday is a holiday!)

• More! Check out our Career Page for more info!

Why Kama‘āina Kids?

We’re Hawaii’s largest locally owned nonprofit childcare provider, recognized as a Top Workplace for five years running. Our mission is to enrich the lives of children and families through quality education and care—and we support our staff with the tools, training, and aloha they need to thrive.

Ready to help shape Hawai‘i’s future—one keiki smile at a time?
Apply today and join our Kama‘āina Kids ‘ohana.

Our preschools are located on Oahu and Maui. We also operate school age programs on Kauai, Big Island, Oahu, and Maui. Indicate your location preferences on your online application! Check our website (kamaainakids.com) for location information. 

*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawaii (Or have plans to relocate) to qualify. 

Learn more:
Visit our Career Page!! (https://jobs.kamaainakids.com)

Kama’aina Kids is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.