Job Title:
Part-time Cook

Competition #:
21-061

Dept./Campus:
Driftwood Child Development Centre/Off-Campus

Salary:
$16.04 per hour
24 hours/week

Posting Date:
January 8, 2021

Closing Date:
January 16, 2021

Vacancy Type:
Support Staff Temporary Part-time
 
As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves around the world and in our local community, Conestoga College continues to adjust plans based on the guidance provided by our local Public Health authority. Considering these unprecedented circumstances, all final hiring decisions remain contingent upon confirmed enrolment numbers and the evolving work environment. Conestoga College will take appropriate measures to protect the safety and well-being of our College community and prospective candidates throughout the recruitment and selection process, including the scheduling of remote interviews.


We require a qualified individual to prepare and provide daily nutritious lunch and snacks to children attending the Child Development Centre. Hours of works are Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 12:30pm.
This position will work out of the Conestoga College Driftwood Child Development Centre, located at 50 Parkland Crescent, Kitchener, ON.
​
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and develop a nutritious menu in consultation with the Supervisor
• Ensure the Centre policies and procedures with respect to health and safety, sanitary practices and food handling and storage are followed
• Provide two snacks and one lunch every day
• Ensure the snacks and lunches are nutritious and follow the Centre’s policies based on the Canada Food Guide
• Ensure menus are posted as per CCEYA (Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014) requirements, including any necessary changes
• Adhere to the nutritional and medical needs (allergies) of the children
• Order food necessary for the Centre with the Supervisor’s approval
• Receive, unpack and organize food orders
• Perform daily washing of equipment, dishes and kitchen area
• Clean kitchen, cupboards, shelves, freezer, fridge and other kitchen equipment as necessary

 
 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Food handler Training Certificate is required
• Experience planning meals to meet Canada’s Food Guide for a group of individuals is considered an asset
• Criminal Reference check of the vulnerable sector is required

EXTERNAL JOB POSTING
YW Kitchener-Waterloo invites applications for
CASUAL COOK
CASUAL DIETARY AIDE
(two separate unionized positions)
​
“Preference will be given to candidates who are willing to work as either a Cook or Dietary Aide depending on program needs and shift availability.”

 
QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of Safe Food Handling Course or equivalent as taught by the
  Waterloo Regional Health Department
• Preference will be given to those with formal training in food preparation
• First Aid certification an asset
• Proven work experience in Food Services industry
• Grade 11 or equivalent
• Possess good communication skills,
• Ability to work in an organized, efficient and flexible manner
• A feminist understanding of women, abuse, oppression, and dynamics of homelessness and women’s issues

 
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and serve attractive, nutritious meals to residents, staff, and visitors at the Emergency Shelter
• Perform all aspects of general kitchen and dining room clean up, including dishes
• Work with and oversee volunteers
• Practice positive communication with staff and residents ensuring that Food Services is an essential part of a safe and healthy environment for homeless women

 
RATE: 
Cook:          $21.762 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
Dietary Aide:     $18.728 per hour, with an additional 2% in lieu of benefits
HOURS:              On call, hours vary based on need
 
Please respond in writing by March 08, 2021 to:

Darion Brenner
Manager of Operations
 YW Emergency Shelter
84 Frederick St.
Kitchener, ON N2H 2L7
Email: HomelessnessHousing@ywkw.ca
 
YW Kitchener-Waterloo is an equal opportunity employer.  We encourage applications from individuals of all races, colour, ethnic origin, religions, abilities, gender identity, and sexual orientations.
No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
YW Kitchener-Waterloo is committed to providing accommodations to people with disabilities throughout the hiring process.  If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
​