Childcare Cook

**Overview**

**Benefits**

Wildflower Childcare offer a competitive benefits package that is made available to employees after 6 months. See below for details.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Meal Planning and Preparation**
- Prepare meals that accommodate allergies, dietary restrictions, and cultural preferences.
- Serve meals in an appealing and timely manner.

**Manage Food Inventory**
- Manage food inventory, ensuring consistent stock of essential items while minimizing waste.

**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.

**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: $17.15 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

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

Application question(s):

- We are not able to provide immigration assistance. Is this agreeable?
- We are a rural centre. Access to a vehicle is necessary. Do you have access to a vehicle?

Work Location: In person