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Sunshine House

Curriculum-based childcare and early education provider

Childcare Cook / Bus Driver

Full-TimePosted on 10/1/2026
$15/hr+ Referral bonus
Entry
Bachelor's
Woodstock, GA, USA
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About the job

Requirements
  • Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for large-group food service, preferably in a childcare center.
  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Must have a clean driving record.
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be able to pass background checks and health assessments.
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare and distribute meals and snacks for children and staff according to guidelines and provided menus.
  • Follow daily menus that incorporate USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.
  • Ensure safe food preparation and proper sanitation methods, and maintain a safe kitchen and pantry area.
  • Maintain inventory of food and supplies.
  • Be willing to work in the classroom to cover breaks.
  • Ensure a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment.
  • Transport children to and from school in a 14-passenger minibus.
  • Complete safety checks and drills.
Desired Qualifications
  • ServSafe certification is preferred.
  • Previous experience working in licensed childcare is a plus.
  • Previous experience driving a 14-passenger minibus is a plus.

About the company

Sunshine House operates a network of childcare and early education centers across multiple states, offering care for children from six weeks to 12 years, including infants, toddlers, preschool, and Pre-K. Its programs use the Creative Curriculum and include Spanish lessons, with tuition and state-funded Pre-K as revenue sources, plus an on-site Quest Zone afterschool program that provides homework help and STEM enrichment, as well as camps. The company differentiates itself through a large multi-state footprint, growth by building new centers and acquiring existing ones, and an integrated afterschool offering. Its goal is to provide accessible, curriculum-driven early learning and afterschool opportunities that support school readiness and ongoing family support.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Greenville, South Carolina

Founded

1975

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What believers are saying

  • The company reported more than 100 schools nationwide and active hiring in August 2026.
  • Foundations Early Learning Center is developing seven new centers, signaling continued expansion.
  • Greenville Journal's 2025 milestone coverage highlights Sunshine House's 50th-anniversary brand momentum.

What critics are saying

  • WSB reported a November 2025 Stockbridge supervision failure after a child was attacked.
  • A 2025 Loganville lawsuit still targets Sunshine House over a toddler-slamming video.
  • Another child-safety scandal can destroy trust, trigger licensing actions, and force school closures.

What makes Sunshine House unique

  • Founded in 1975, Sunshine House still markets a 50-year, family-built early-learning brand.
  • Its curriculum spans infants through 12-year-olds, plus Quest Zone afterschool and summer camps.
  • State-funded Pre-K and 100-plus centers across six states create local enrollment density.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Budget

Training Programs

Paid Vacation