Child Care Cook/Early Years Educator - Full Time

YMCA of Three Rivers • Rockwood, ON

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Three Rivers is a charitable organization serving Guelph-Wellington, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Region, aiming to build connected and resilient communities. As Canada’s largest not-for-profit child care provider, the YMCA offers quality care and education to young children. This role involves supporting the growth and development of children aged 0-12 by purchasing, preparing, and serving nutritional, well-balanced snacks and meals, ensuring compliance with public health regulations and YMCA best practices. The position requires attention to detail and time management skills in a fast-paced environment, catering to daily nutritional requirements including those with food allergies or intolerances. The role requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while being part of a larger team.

Requirements

• Minimal High School Diploma
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification prior to the first day of work
• Food Handlers Certificate
• Knowledge of Food Safety in the workplace
• Up-to-date immunizations required by Public Health
• Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort: lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping; picking up a child
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
• Applicants are required to be a minimum of 18 years of age or older as per Ministry guidelines
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Completion of a current Vulnerable Sector Check
• Completion of employment reference checks

Responsibilities

• Purchasing, preparing and serving nutritional, well-balanced snacks and meals for children aged 0-12.
• Ensuring fulfillment of the vision and commitment of licensed quality care locally and provincially.
• Reinforcing Public Health regulations, the Child Care and Early Years Act, and YMCA Best Practices.
• Meeting daily nutritional requirements for children, including those with food allergies or intolerances.
• Maintaining attention to detail and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Working independently with minimal supervision as part of a larger team.

Benefits

• 3 weeks of vacation, with the opportunity to earn more as their length of service increases
• 12 well-being days for sick time or proactive self-care, which can be used as they are earned.
• Bereavement days are also available.
• Group pension plan after two consecutive years of employment (mandatory after three years).
• Prescription drugs, Basic dental coverage, Paramedical services, Vision care
• Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program offering free and confidential counseling, resources, and services
• A free YMCA membership for you and your family, providing access to our fitness centers
• Discounts on YMCA programs and services, including childcare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED