Nutrition & Food Service for Early Childhood

1 month ago

Thunder Bay, Canada Nanabijou Childcare Centre Full time

**Nanabijou Childcare** is seeking two passionate and skilled individuals to join our team as leaders of **nutrition and food service for children under 4 years old**. At Nanabijou Childcare, we believe that food is not just nourishment - it's a foundation for building strong, meaningful connections, skills, and memories. Our innovative approach integrates nutrition into the classroom, fostering learning through food while preparing three meals daily for over 100 children.

**Qualifications**:

- A genuine passion for supporting the health, development, and well-being of young children.
- Knowledge of healthy, balanced eating and Canada’s Food Guide.
- Current Safe Food Handling Certificate.
- Valid First Aid/CPR or BLS certificate.
- Current Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Experience and/or education in cooking.
- Additional Assets:_
- Experience working with young children, particularly in an Early Childhood Education setting.
- Knowledge and appreciation for the Reggio Emilia Approach to learning.
- Ability to engage families and foster connections through food-related activities and education.
- Experience with sustainable food practices, such as growing, composting, and sourcing local ingredients

**Responsibilities**:

- **Child-Centered Menu Planning**: Develop seasonal menus that prioritize children’s health, diverse cultural practices, and Canada’s Food Guide recommendations.
- **Meal Preparation with Purpose**: Prepare meals that go beyond nutrition to support children’s development, social skills, and enjoyment of food.
- **Collaborative Engagement**: Work alongside Early Childhood Educators to incorporate food and nutrition into daily learning and play.
- **Sustainability Practices**: Promote eco-friendly food practices, including composting and sourcing local ingredients when possible.
- **Health & Safety Leadership**: Maintain the highest health and safety standards in food preparation and service.
- **Time and Budget Management**: Oversee weekly supply planning, budgeting, and inventory rotation to ensure efficiency.
- **Teamwork and Independence**: Work both independently and as part of a dynamic, child-focused team.

This role is ideal for individuals who find joy in fostering young children’s development, love working with food, and are committed to creating a nurturing environment through mealtime experiences. Together, we can help shape healthy habits and positive food relationships for a lifetime

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

**Location**:

- Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5E1 (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-29

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