Daycare Cook

**Overview**

**Key Responsibilities**

**Meal Planning and Preparation**
- Plan balanced and age-appropriate meals and snacks that adhere to dietary guidelines and food safety regulations.
- Prepare meals that accommodate allergies, dietary restrictions, and cultural preferences.
- Serve meals in an appealing and timely manner.

**Sourcing Ingredients**
- Source high-quality, fresh, and seasonal ingredients from local suppliers when possible.
- Manage food inventory, ensuring consistent stock of essential items while minimizing waste.
- Track expenses and work within a designated food budget.

**Kitchen Safety and Cleanliness**
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen in compliance with health and safety standards.
- Follow food handling and sanitation protocols to ensure safe meal preparation.
- Regularly inspect kitchen equipment and report any maintenance needs.

**General Daycare Cleaning**
- Assist with the general cleanliness of the daycare center, including taking out garbage, tidying common areas, and occasional deep cleaning tasks.
- Work collaboratively with staff to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for children.

**Qualifications and Skills**
- Experience in meal preparation, cooking, or a related culinary role (experience cooking for children is an asset).
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
- Ability to plan nutritious meals with an understanding of dietary needs for children.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Friendly, professional demeanor with strong communication skills.
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform light cleaning tasks.

**Education and Certifications**
- High school diploma or equivalent (required).
- Food Handler’s Certificate (required or willingness to obtain).
- First Aid/CPR certification (preferred).

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Central Bedeque, PE C0B 1G0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Cooking: 1 year (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Handler Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-12-01