Kitchen Assistant

6 months ago

Orleans, Canada YMCA of the National Capital Region Full time

**Overview**

As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of the National Capital Region responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide lasting solutions. Serving thousands of people across our region annually, we are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential. This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

**Working for the Y**

Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated. The YMCA provides hundreds of employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities. Whether you are starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals. Some of the benefits of working for the Y include:
**What we offer**

At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults, and families.

**Our competitive wage and benefit package include**:

- Free YMCA gym membership;
- Discounted Y program fees (including health & fitness programs, child care, and camps);
- Access to our YMCA Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) including free, immediate, confidential assistance and counselling for you and your family members for mental and physical health, and financial advice, among other 12 suites of services;
- Health and Dental Insurance;
- Long-term Disability and Life Insurance;
- Access to our Canadian YMCA Retirement Fund pension plan;
- Up to 25 vacation days per year including two float days, and one birthday vacation;
- Maternity leave benefits for up to 18 months.
- *Some benefits may vary based on employment terms_

**What do you offer?**

The Kitchen Assistant is accountable to the Director of Child Care and will function as a team member responsible for overseeing the function of the kitchen, ensuring that meals and afternoon snacks are delivered to the program rooms in a timely fashion. The Kitchen Assistant will also provide support to the teachers during busy transition times at the lunch hour allowing Teachers the time to focus on the children.

**Some of the tasks of this position include**:

- Delivering lunches to the program rooms.
- Ensuring that staff members have the necessary items for lunch distribution.
- Ensuring leftover food and dishes are tidied up and stored according to Public Health Guidelines.
- Cleaning, washing, sterilizing and storing all dishes according to Public Health Guidelines.
- Carrying out housekeeping duties as required.
- Setting out snacks and appropriate dishes on trolleys for staff.
- Ensuring that appropriate substitute meals and snacks are provided for children with food allergies and/or dietary restrictions, in consultation with other staff.
- As per the Protecting Children, Youth, and Vulnerable Persons Policy, staff of the YMCA will take allegations of abuse seriously.
- All staff members are familiar with their duty to report and the procedure for reporting suspected abuse or neglect of a child.

**What qualifications and abilities are we looking for?**

At the YMCA of the National Capital Region, we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.

**Education**
- Current Food Handler’s Certificate required

**Language**
- Fluent in English, oral and written

**Experience, Skills and Abilities**
- Experience working with children
- Ability to work in a team setting
- Basic knowledge of child development
- High level of interpersonal and written skills

**Additional Requirements**:

- Applicants must already have a valid permit to work in Canada.
- Criminal Reference Check for the Vulnerable Sector, not more than 6 months old is required.
- Annually all staff must complete the mandatory training for the Protecting Children, Youth, and Vulnerable Persons, and submit the certificate of completion.

**Core Competencies**:

- **Communication**:Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the Association.
- **Integrity**:Demonstrates responsible behavior at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
- **Teamwork**: Participates actively in a team for organizational effectiveness. Creates an atmosphere of trust amongst all team m

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