Job Overview
The HUB Child & Family Centre (The HUB) has served the children and families of Prince Edward County since 1989. We are dedicated to providing quality licensed child care and early learning through programs and services that focus on children infant to 13 years old.
Reporting to and working with the Base 31 Manager, the Cook will be responsible for the safe and efficient planning of lunch and snack menus in accordance with Canada’s Food Guide, the ordering and purchasing of groceries to implement menus, and the daily preparation and cooking for the children attending program.
You will be on the floor in the child care centre as required by the program Manager to supervise children maintain child-staff ratios. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Hours of Work: Monday through Friday, 30-40 hours per week.
Wage: Starting at $21.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on previous experience.
Requirements:
· Knowledge of Canada’s Food Guide, special dietary restrictions, food allergies and label reading.
· Experience with menu planning and purchasing an asset.
· Preparation and cooking of menu in strict compliance with Public Health, Child Care and Early Years Act 2014, and all other applicable legislation
· Cook experience, an asset, especially in a child care centre setting.
· Understanding of food labels, special dietary restrictions, and food allergies.
· Current Food Handler Course.
· Clear Vulnerable Sector Check within the last 6 months.
· Up-to-date immunizations as required by Southeast Public Health.
· Up-to-date First Aid/CPR-C Certification.
· Reliable transportation, valid Ontario Driver’s license and reliable vehicle an asset.
· An advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
· Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
· Must be reliable, flexible, and effectively work in a self-directed environment.
· College level certificate or diploma in a related field an asset.
· Experience in a child care setting an asset.
Pay: $21.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
