Child Care Cook - Full Time

YMCA of Three Rivers•Stratford, ON

1d•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 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. 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. The ideal candidate is happiest being a part of a larger team but also brings 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
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.
Ensuring fulfillment of the vision and commitment of licensed quality care.
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.

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
Bereavement days
Group pension plan (after two consecutive years of employment, mandatory after three)
Prescription drugs coverage
Basic dental coverage
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care coverage
Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program
Free YMCA membership for you and your family
Discounts on YMCA programs and services, including childcare