Childcare Cook

Tiny Bubbles Childcare is looking for a Cook who is passionate and excited to try new things in the kitchen. We want someone who will utilize their creativity and skills to provide flavorful snacks and lunches for our children.

Responsibilities include:
Follow the menu that is based on Canada's Food Guide and in compliance with the Child Care Early Years Act (CCEYA Reg.137/15 subsection 5.3 Nutrition Requirements p.87)

Preparing Morning and Afternoon snacks Prepare lunch, ensuring there are enough portions for each child based on age and allergy/food sensitivities All meals will be prepared with appropriation of children's ages (i.e. steamed carrots for infants; choking hazards etc.)

Creating a shopping list according to the menu Ensure safe storage for all food and materials, in addition to checking the foods prior to use for any signs of spoilage or mold (FIFO- First in First Out rule followed)

Ensuring measures are taken to mínimalize any contamination of workspaces Washing and sanitizing all dishes, cutlery, cooking utensils and materials using the dishwasher

Maintain a clean workspace that compliant with York Region Public Health standards. Following a cleaning schedule set out by the center

Ensuring proper documentation of all sanitation practices, refrigerator/freezer temperatures, dishwasher final rinse temperature and all cleaning logs. All logs are submitted to the kitchen at the end of the month for proper storage. Some light cleaning of the centre daily

Job Requirements:
Must have or be willing to obtain before start; current Food Handlers Certification Must have or be willing to obtain before start;
Vulnerable Sector Screen (within 6 months) Immunization record (up to date) and 2-step TB test (or proof of at least one, two-step TB test. Must receive a new one step before start

Previous cook experience a must

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Cooking: 1 year (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Handler Certification (required)
- Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (required)

Work Location: In person