Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$19/hr
As a Cook at Bright Horizons, you will plan and prepare nutritious, family‑style meals that support children’s health, growth, and learning. Each day, your care in the kitchen will create a warm, predictable routine for …
Skills: Food Preparation, Nutrition, Food Safety, Inventory Management, Sanitation
Chappaqua, New York, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$23/hr
Bring your babysitter, camp counselor, or teacher experience to Bright Horizons at Home as a PART-TIME In-Home Child Caregiver. Be fulfilled as you make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day…
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Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$14/hr–$18/hr
Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons, where you can make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day. Learn from early education experts while having the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at n…
Skills: Child Care, Curriculum Delivery, Classroom Management, Parent Communication, Early Childhood Education
Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$27/hr–$33/hr
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Skills: Curriculum Implementation, Early Childhood Education, Team Leadership, Mentoring, Anti-bias Education
Blue Springs, Mississippi, United States · On-site
$40k–$49k/yr
Business Managers at Bright Horizons are essential members of the center leadership team. In this role, you'll oversee enrollment, billing, staffing coordination, vendor relationships, compliance, and daily operations wh…
Skills: Business Operations, Financial Administration, Enrollment Management, Staffing Coordination, Vendor Relationships
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$23/hr
As a Seasonal Assistant Camp Director at Science Factory Camp, you help keep summer camp running smoothly while staying right in the heart of the action. Working closely with the Camp Director, you support staff, step in…
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Romsey, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Nursery – Bright Horizons Romsey Day Nursery Salary – From £29,312.90 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Romsey Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our H…
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Wayland, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$22/hr
Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons as a Substitute Teacher, where you’ll join an inspiring team dedicated to nurturing young learners. Make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day in our vibrant cla…
Skills: Child Care, Classroom Management, Parent Communication, Curriculum Delivery, Early Childhood Education
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$19/hr
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Dartford, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$15/hr–$19/hr
Nursery – Field based across Kent Salary – £15 - £19 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Hours- Part time 30- 35 hour a week working 5 days Location – Kent locations Are you looking to work for an orga…
Skills: Commercial Catering, Nutrition, Dietary Requirement Management, Food Allergy Management, Food Safety
Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$22/hr
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Skills: Early Childhood Education, Curriculum Delivery, Classroom Management, Parent Communication, Developmentally Appropriate Practice
Hopewell Junction, New York, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$19/hr
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Skills: Child Care, Early Childhood Education, Classroom Management, Parent Communication, Curriculum Delivery
Golden, Colorado, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$24/hr
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Skills: Curriculum Delivery, Child Supervision, Parent Communication, Developmentally Appropriate Practice, Classroom Management
Jacksonville, Florida, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$18/hr
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Skills: Child Care, Curriculum Delivery, Parent Communication, Classroom Management, Early Childhood Education
Lincoln, Nebraska, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$17/hr
As a Kitchen Assistant at Bright Horizons, you will support children, families, and staff in a child care setting. Each day, from breakfast to afternoon snack, you will prepare and deliver premade meals that help fuel ch…
Skills: Meal Preparation, Food Safety, Sanitation, Allergy Management, Inventory Management
Fort Collins, Colorado, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$19/hr
Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons as a Substitute Teacher, where you’ll join an inspiring team dedicated to nurturing young learners. Make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day in our vibrant cla…
Skills: Child Care, Classroom Management, Early Childhood Education, Parent Communication, Curriculum Delivery
Bristol, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$12/hr–$13/hr
Nursery – Bright Horizons Bristol Day Nursery Salary – Starting from £12.99-£13.50 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – Bristol, BS3 2JX Are you looking to work for an organisation whose cult…
Skills: EYFS Delivery, Child Development, Safeguarding, Child Protection, Communication
White Plains, New York, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$23/hr
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Skills: Child Care, Classroom Management, Parent Communication, Curriculum Delivery, Early Childhood Education
Alexandria, Virginia, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
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Skills: Child Care, Curriculum Delivery, Classroom Management, Parent Communication, Early Childhood Education
St. Louis, Missouri, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$22/hr
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Skills: Curriculum Delivery, Child Supervision, Parent Communication, Developmentally Appropriate Practice, Classroom Management
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As a Cook, you will plan and prepare nutritious meals that support children's health and learning. You will also maintain a clean and organized kitchen while managing food inventory and collaborating with center staff.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED. A food handler certification is required within 30 days of hire, and food service experience in relevant settings is preferred.
As a Cook at Bright Horizons, you will plan and prepare nutritious, family‑style meals that support children’s health, growth, and learning. Each day, your care in the kitchen will create a warm, predictable routine for children, educators, and center staff. From simmering soups to perfectly portioned plates, your work will fuel growing minds.
Join a team where your contributions matter and where you are supported to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference each day.
Anticipated Hours: 8am - 5pm
Serve balanced, family‑style meals and snacks following approved menus, nutritional guidelines, and daily attendance counts.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen by following food safety, allergy‑management, sanitation, and health procedures.
Manage food and supply inventory, place orders through approved vendors, and partner with center staff to support smooth daily meal service.
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
Having or obtaining a food handler certification within 30 days of hire is required (ServSafe)
Course work or certification in Nutrition is preferred
Food service experience in a childcare center, school cafeteria, commercial kitchen, or high‑volume food service setting is preferred
Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.
This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training. If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide food service per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure safety of children in Bright Horizons
care and the employee.
Physical demands include lifting and carrying food and supplies (typically 10 to 40 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds), standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, pushing carts, and performing repetitive kitchen and cleaning tasks. Employees must maintain mental and physical alertness and be able to respond immediately and appropriately to unexpected situations or emergencies.
The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.
The pay range for this position is between $16.00 - $19.47 / hr. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave
401(k) retirement plan
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools
Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
Learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness
Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
Compensation: $16.00 - $19.47 / hrAt Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.
Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [email protected]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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More than 1,000 top employers trust Bright Horizons® (NYSE: BFAM) for proven solutions that support employees, advance careers, and maximize performance. From on-site child care that amplify your culture, back-up care to handle disruptions, and education programs that build critical skills, our services help you achieve more. Find more at brighthorizons.com/at-work.
Offices: 2 Wells Avenue, Newton, Massachusetts 02459, US · 2655 W Midway Blvd, Broomfield, CO 80020, US
High-quality education and child care around the world, trusted to fit the way people learn, live and work today
More than 1,000 top employers trust Bright Horizons® (NYSE: BFAM) for proven solutions that support employees, advance careers, and maximize performance. From on-site child care that amplify your culture, back-up care to handle disruptions, and education programs that build critical skills, our services help you achieve more. Find more at brighthorizons.com/at-work.
Offices: 2 Wells Avenue, Newton, Massachusetts 02459, US · 2655 W Midway Blvd, Broomfield, CO 80020, US
