Cooking and Nutrition Instructor

3 days ago

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada CookSmart Full time

Join the COOKSMART team to become a leader and be a part of our exciting and healthy cooking programs this school year. We're on the lookout for individuals who love teaching children and have a passion for promoting healthy eating and lifestyle. Nutrition background, love for cooking and use of a vehicle are essential.

Excellent organization skills.

Understanding of food ordering, considered an asset.

Location:

  • Various schools in Oakville, Burlington for afterschool programs
  • Locations around Peel and Halton for school workshops

Responsibilities:

  • Lead engaging and hands-on cooking programs focused on introducing children to cooking basics and nutritious choices.
  • Manage classes of up to 24 children aged 4-13 in a professional and enjoyable environment.
  • Facilitate food management for all our weekly programs
  • Guarantee adherence to safety procedures for allergy awareness, student safety especially in the handling of food
  • Prepare and organize necessary program instruments and equipment.
  • Exhibit positive and professional behaviour in interactions with parents, participants, and co-workers.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Maintain cleanliness and ensure proper use of facilities and equipment.
  • Experience with special needs students an asset

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in teaching or working with children in group settings.
  • Education and/or enrolment in the field of BEd ECE or education is an asset.
  • Certification in safe food handling and procedures (can be earned after hiring)
  • Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Enthusiastic and outgoing personality.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Access to vehicle to transport equipment to job sites
  • Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
  • First aid training, particularly for food allergies, is preferred.
  • Successful completion of a vulnerable sector check.
  • Reliability and strong teamwork and communication skills are mandatory.

Notes:

  • We are a small business who builds our team members to their fullest potential. If you have skills sales marketing, client management , you may get more hours.
  • Due to the nature of this work, there will be regular weekly hours seasonally, plus additional hours as required
  • Successful applicants are required to be able to bring equipment with them to each work location.

If you're ready for a yesr filled with fun, learning, and healthy living, apply now and join us in creating unforgettable experiences for children

Schedule: part-time hours

  • * average 10 hour per week minimum to start
  • Some hours are flexible, some are fixed.
  • Mondays - meeting & prep
  • Wednesdays & Thursdays- on-site 3-5:30pm
  • 3-7+ hour shifts
  • weekends as needed
  • More hours in spring
  • potential for full time in summer months

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Internship / Co-op

Contract length: 8 months

Pay: $19.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Mississauga, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

  • Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

  • Working with children: 3 years (required)

Language:

  • English fluently and clearly (required)

Work Location: In person

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