Daycare Kitchen Assistant!

Kids & Company Ltd • Hammonds Plains, NS

5d • CA$18 - CA$19 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Centre Director, you will be an integral member of the Kids & Company team, supporting the overall management of daily kitchen operations. Your role will involve food preparation and cooking while following Kids & Company standards to align with our mission and quality expectations.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Kitchen Assistant or similar role.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Clean criminal record check.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 45 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a daycare or childcare environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef in preparing meals, baking, and snacks, including accommodating children with special dietary requirements.
• Perform daily kitchen duties such as heating food, preparing vegetables and starches, cutting fruit, portioning, dishwashing, and delivering food to classrooms.
• Transport prepared food between locations using a company vehicle.
• Ensure proper food storage, handling, and disposal; maintain temperature logs; and comply with all health regulations and best practices.
• Follow proper cleaning, washing, and sanitizing procedures for all dishware.
• Assist in classrooms as needed, including covering teacher breaks.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness by following daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
• Support evolving duties as required based on the daycare centre’s operational needs.

Benefits

• Recognition for your hard work, dedication, and contributions.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement in a positive and supportive environment.

What This Job Offers

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