Childcare Cook

Upper Canada Child Care - “A smile on each child’s face every day.”

We are currently recruiting a Cook to join our Team in Thornhill at the following location: Rosedale Heights PS.

**Starting Pay**: $18.11 - $20.29 /hour, plus full-time benefit package (including dental, health and travel insurance), 10 paid personal days plus paid vacation time.

**Position Type & Required Availability**:
**Position Types**: Full-time (25-40 hours/week)

**Who We Are**:
Upper Canada Child Care has over 40 years of experience in child care and education. We are a non-profit, government-licensed organization operating centres in communities throughout Toronto, York Region, and Simcoe County. Upper Canada Child Care is committed to providing quality programs that are guided by our organizational values of support, trust, safety, respect and professionalism. We believe that we set the stage for our children’s success when we foster the foundations of belonging, well-being, engagement and expression in our programs.

**What We Offer Our Educators**:
As a large and growing organization, we have the ability to offer competitive compensation and rewards, including regular pay increases, wage enhancement grants, paid personal days, medical and dental benefits, split shift premium pay, paid training and development, involvement in charity initiatives, long term service awards, child care discounts, group RRSP program and the opportunity to advance and move throughout the organization. Upper Canada Child Care has recently expanded to include a forest school, allowing our educators to gain valuable knowledge and experience in this exciting area of child development and education.

The cook/housekeeper is responsible for all duties relating to the purchasing, preparation and serving of all snacks and meals. The cook/housekeeper is responsible for general cleaning, maintenance and housekeeping. The position includes administration tasks such as daily logs and records. Supports the organization’s vision, mission, and guiding values.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in food preparation and serving.
- Food handler certification.
- Prior experience working with children an asset.
- A recent Vulnerable Sector Check
- At least 18 years of age or older due to licensing requirements.
- Health assessment and record of immunization, as outlined by legislation.
- Up-to-date certification in CPR-C and Standard First Aid
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
- Ability to operate standard kitchen appliances and laundry equipment.
- Knowledge of Canada’s food guide.
- Proven ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively and establish appropriate relationships with families, coworkers and other professionals.
- Have the physical stamina and ability to kneel, bend, lift and stand for extended periods.

Thank you for your interest; only applicants who may be interviewed will be contacted.

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