POSITION SUMMARY:

The Childcare Cook is responsible for planning, preparing, budgeting and distributing a nutritious meal and two snacks daily for approximately 40-50 children. This position is also responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment while ensuring the policies and procedures of Opokaa’sin Early Intervention Society. The Childcare Cook oversees operations of the food program, including hygiene, meal planning and preparation, food distribution to rooms and all kitchen operations; ensures adherence to childcare food guidelines and all public health regulations.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow all organizational policies and prepare nutritious meals/snacks for enrolled children; prepare substitute items for children with restricted diets.

• Prepare, cook and distribute food that is served in programs.

• Ensure meals and snacks are prepared and delivered according to program schedule.

• Practices safe food handling techniques in food preparation and storage, inhibit food spoilage/waste

• In collaboration with senior management, develop weekly menus to meet Canada Food Guide and childcare food guidelines.

• Budget for menu and purchases all food and necessary supplies needed to provide food service.

• Maintains a safe and sanitary kitchen, pantry and storage areas; washes items used for food prep.

• Maintain tidiness, wipe down counters and tables, disinfect doorknobs and doors in hallways, wash out cubbies, empty garbage bins, and do laundry as needed.

• Perform physical labor as required including lifting heavy objects, loading/unloading groceries, cleaning, standing for long periods of time, etc.

• Act as a resource for parents on menu planning, allergies and eating behaviors as needed.

• Perform administrative tasks as needed.

• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

• Participate in regular staff development, staff meetings, and team meetings.

• Maintain confidentiality of all information related to children, families and staff at all times.

 

REPORTING LINE: The position is directly accountable to Program Director.

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Wage: $20-$22/hr, based on education and experience. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Food Safety Certification, combination of education and experience (2+ years)

• Early Childhood Education Certificate - minimum Level I, or willing to obtain

• Ability and experience working with Indigenous children and families

• Awareness and understanding of Indigenous culture and barriers

• First Aid/CPR, an asset

• Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector

• Child and Youth Information Module

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, positive communication

• References (2)

 

All potential applicants are required to submit a Criminal Records Check (6 months), Child and Youth Information Module (6 months), and provide two (2) references, cover letter and resume as a part of their application package.

Screening Criteria: Please be advised that in order to be considered for the position applicants must submit a complete application package and clearly indicate how they meet criteria. Failure could result in elimination from hiring pool.​

 

Submit complete package to:

 

Opokaa’sin Early Intervention Society

241 Stafford Drive North, Lethbridge, AB T1H 2A5

ATT: Human Resources

Email:  humanresources@opokaasin.org

Phone:  (403) 380-2569  |  Fax:  (403) 327-6775