Childcare Cook

Building Blocks is a non-profit childcare center with 52 spaces for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.  We are a smaller Center and pride ourselves on being a big family and home away from home including making homecooked meals just like your grandma used to make.

Job requirements

• Food Safe Level 1
• Criminal record check with vulnerable sector search
• Food service-related experience is an asset
• Cpr/first aid certificate
• Ability to work independently and with others in a fast-paced environment

Job duties

• Provide nutritious and appealing meals and snacks  1 meal and 2 snacks daily
• Preparation, cooking, and baking food
• Maintain clean and organized kitchen
• Follow proper sanitization procedures in accordance with the health inspector
• Menu planning in accordance with Ministry of Education guidelines and the Canadian food guide
• Handling and organizing food delivery  include lifting to 50 lbs
• Be mindful of allergies and sensitives

Job responsibilities

• Positive attitude
• Follow center policies and procedures

Additional assets

• ECE level 1,2,3 would be eligible for wage enhancement grant
• Culinary arts training
• Health and dental benefits upon completing probation
• RRSPs after 1 year