The Position
Under the direction of the Centre Manager, the Program Chef will complete all tasks required for the kitchen operations and distribute the hot meal program to all children attending the Centre. The Child Care Centre Chef is responsible for menu planning, purchasing groceries and supplies and daily preparation of nutritious meals and snacks served to the children enrolled in the Centre. The kitchen is to be managed, and the Chef's work is to be conducted in strict compliance with Food Safe Regulations.
The Candidate:
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Advance planning of lunch menus and snacks per the Canada Food Guide; posting of menus for parents and staff.
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Conduct housekeeping tasks necessary to maintain the kitchen in an organized, clean, safe and hygienic condition at all times.
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Deliver and collect lunch/snack trays to/from all on-site programs.
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Complete clean up after each meal (i.e., dishes, countertops, etc.).
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Meet with the Health Inspector as required to ensure practices comply with the health code.
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Regular inventory of kitchen equipment and supplies.
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Purchase all groceries to implement the planned menus, in consideration of the Centre's food budget and in consultation with the Centre Manager; purchase all household supplies for the Centre.
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Monitor and use the grocery store points card; unpacking and checking orders.
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Follow established procedures regarding the forwarding of all receipts related to purchases.
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Establish open communication with parents regarding children's dietary restrictions, allergies, etc.
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Perform other tasks within the scope of the position.
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:
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High School Diploma.
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Experience as a cook, preferably in a childcare centre setting.
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ECE certification would be an asset, but is not required.
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Familiarity with planning and implementing menus around the Canada Food Guide.
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Ability to work positively and productively within a team.
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The ability to relate well to children, staff and parents is essential.
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Food safe certificate; WHIMIS; Valid Standard First Aid and Level 'C' CPR.
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High energy level with a strong work ethic.
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Sensitivity and respect for individual and cultural differences.
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Must be physically able to sit, climb, kneel or crouch and be able to lift/ move at least 25 pounds.
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Valid Class 5 driver's license.
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Must be willing and able to pass a criminal record check.
