Child Care Cook - Full Time Contract

YMCA of Three Rivers • Kitchener, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Three Rivers is a charitable organization proudly serving the communities of Guelph-Wellington, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Region. We aspire to build connected and resilient communities. Our mission is to make our diverse communities healthier and more vibrant. With dignity and respect, our programs and services inspire individuals to reach their full potential. As Canada’s largest not-for-profit child care provider, the YMCA plays a leading role in offering quality care and education to all young children in our communities across Guelph and Wellington Counties, Stratford-Perth, and Waterloo Regions. This role involves being a leader in a vibrant child care community supporting the growth and development of children 0-12 years of age by purchasing, preparing and serving nutritional, well balanced snacks and meals. Your work will ensure that we fulfill the vision and commitment of licensed quality care locally and provincially, and will reinforce Public health regulations, the Child Care and Early Years Act, and YMCA Best Practices; to support quality excellence. Your attention to detail and time management skills will be essential in this fast paced environment as you strive to meet the daily nutritional requirements for children including those with food allergies or intolerances. You are happiest being a part of a larger team but also bring the self management skills required to work independently with minimal supervision.

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

Responsibilities

• Purchasing, preparing and serving nutritional, well balanced snacks and meals for children aged 0-12 years.
• 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.
• Working as part of a larger team and independently with minimal supervision.

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
• Group pension plan (after two consecutive years of employment, mandatory after three consecutive years)
• Comprehensive group benefits package (starting 3 months after the start date): 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