Centre Address: 265 Westvale Drive, Waterloo, ON
Hours: 9:00am – 1:30pm   
Rate: $20.52 per hour plus Benefits
Start: September 2022
 
Reporting to the Supervisor of the Child Care Centre. The successful applicant will be responsible to plan nutritious menus according to the Canada Food Guide, taking into consideration food requirements and/or restrictions due to special diets, allergies, special occasions, philosophies, religions and/or cultures. It is the responsibility of the cook to shop, cook and serve hot lunches and prepare daily snacks.

The successful applicant for the position will be placed on the cook grid of the employee agreement and hours will be set by the supervisor and may vary as program dictates.
 
Responsibilities:

• Prepares, cooks, and presents all food served in the program, specifically snacks and hot meal (s) daily in accordance with fluctuating attendance.
• Shops, purchases, or orders enough of the highest quality fresh ingredients, food and cleaning supplies within a specified budget.
• From time to time may be responsible for signing purchase vouchers from food distributors and ensuring that correct quantities are delivered.
• Responsible for maintaining and securing inventory of food and cleaning supplies.
• Responsible for keeping kitchen, kitchen equipment and food storage areas clean, tidy and in good working order.
• Responsible for maintaining safe working conditions in work area.
• Reports faulty or dangerous equipment or conditions to supervisor / coordinator and arranges for their repair in consultation with the supervisor / coordinator.
• Ensures the safe storage and handling of food and equipment and maintains temperature logs.
•  Ensure health regulations and sanitary procedures are rigorously adhered to.

             
Qualifications:

• Secondary School Diploma or approved equivalent.
• Diploma in nutrition or food preparation preferred.
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR – level C Certificate.
• Safe Food Handling Certificate
• Proof of COVID Vaccination – 2 dose minimum
• Valid Vulnerable Sector Check
• Access to reliable automobile for grocery shopping
• Clean driver abstract and proof of license and car insurance

Candidates are asked to submit resumes no later than noon on Friday, August 26th, 2022, to the following email: jhdeputy@bellnet.ca
 
JHCCC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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If you are interested in joining our team please apply to ymcacambridgekw.ca/en/work-for-the-YMCA---Employment-Opportunities.asp
 
Additional information…. 
Please note we are currently following Public health and Government guidelines related to COVID 19 both for our interview process and while working.   Interviews will be done virtually and any entrance into a facility will be subject to health screening. 
 
The YMCAs of Three Rivers embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation need known to the YMCA. The YMCAs comply with the Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Legislation and privacy laws.  In keeping with privacy laws, we are committed to protecting personal information by following responsible information handling practices.  For more information on the YMCAs commitment to privacy, please visit our website. Only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

​ Hours: 9:00-1:00  Rate: $20.52 per hour + benefits

Start: March 2022
Reporting to the Supervisor of the Child Care Centre. The successful applicant will be responsible to plan nutritious menus according to the Canada Food Guide, taking into consideration food requirements and / or restrictions due to special diets, allergies, special occasions, philosophies, religions and/ or cultures. It is the responsibility of the cook to shop, cook and serve hot lunches and prepare daily snacks.
The successful applicant for the position will be placed on the cook grid of the employee agreement, hours will be set by the supervisor and may vary as program dictates.
 

Responsibilities:

• Prepares, cooks and presents all food served in the program, specifically snacks and hot   meal (s) daily in accordance with fluctuating attendance.
• Shops, purchases or orders sufficient quantities of highest quality fresh ingredients, food and cleaning supplies within a specified budget.
• From time to time may be responsible for signing purchase vouchers from food distributors and ensuring that correct quantities are delivered.
• Responsible for maintaining and securing inventory of food and cleaning supplies.
• Responsible for keeping kitchen, kitchen equipment and food storage areas clean,            tidy and in good working order.
• Responsible for maintaining safe working conditions in work area.
• Reports faulty or dangerous equipment or conditions to supervisor / coordinator and        arranges for their repair in consultation with the supervisor / coordinator.
• Ensures the safe storage and handling of food and equipment and maintains temperature logs.
• Ensure health regulations and sanitary procedures are rigorously adhered to.

   
        
Qualifications:
 
*          Secondary school or approved equivalent.
*          Diploma in nutrition, food preparation preferred.
*          Valid Standard First Aid & Infant CPR Certificate.
*          Safe Food Handling Certificate
*          Valid Vulnerable Sector Check
*          Access to reliable automobile for grocery shopping
*          Clean driver abstract and proof of car insurance
 
Candidates are asked to submit resumes to the following email:jhdeputy@bellnet.ca
 
 
JHCCC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
 
 

​Hours: 9:00-1:00  Rate: $18.48 per hour + benefits (New rate being negotiated currently)

Start: February 2022
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Reporting to the Supervisor of the Child Care Centre. The successful applicant will be responsible to plan nutritious menus according to the Canada Food Guide, taking into consideration food requirements and / or restrictions due to special diets, allergies, special occasions, philosophies, religions and/ or cultures. It is the responsibility of the cook to shop, cook and serve hot lunches and prepare daily snacks.
The successful applicant for the position will be placed on the cook grid of the employee agreement, hours will be set by the supervisor and may vary as program dictates.
 
Responsibilities:
 
*          Prepares, cooks and presents all food served in the program, specifically snacks and hot   meal (s) daily in accordance with fluctuating attendance.
*          Shops, purchases or orders sufficient quantities of highest quality fresh ingredients, food and cleaning supplies within a specified budget.
*          From time to time may be responsible for signing purchase vouchers from food distributors and ensuring that correct quantities are delivered.
*          Responsible for maintaining and securing inventory of food and cleaning supplies.
*          Responsible for keeping kitchen, kitchen equipment and food storage areas clean,            tidy and in good working order.
*          Responsible for maintaining safe working conditions in work area.
*          Reports faulty or dangerous equipment or conditions to supervisor / coordinator and        arranges for their repair in consultation with the supervisor / coordinator.
*          Ensures the safe storage and handling of food and equipment and maintains temperature logs.
*          Ensure health regulations and sanitary procedures are rigorously adhered to.
           
Qualifications:
 
*          Secondary school or approved equivalent.
*          Diploma in nutrition, food preparation preferred.
*          Valid Standard First Aid & Infant CPR Certificate.
*          Safe Food Handling Certificate
*          Valid Vulnerable Sector Check
*          Access to reliable automobile for grocery shopping
*          Clean driver abstract and proof of car insurance
 
      Candidates are asked to submit resumes to the following email:jhdeputy@bellnet.ca
 
 
JHCCC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

CORE COMPETENCIES:Administration

• Maintain familiarity with any legislation and procedures related to sanitation and health standards.
• Work closely with appropriate sales representatives for food and equipment suppliers.
• Purchase food and kitchen supplies as required and within budget allocation.
• Work as a team member supporting the daily operation of the program.
• Abide by Health and safety policies.
• Abide by EYES Centre policies and procedures.
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies, and prepare orders for food as required

 
Meal Planning

• Plan nutritious meals and snacks for children at the EYES Centre, as required by the CCEYA, Public Health including any specials menus required for individual needs.
• Prepare weekly menus and post on bulletin boards each week.

 
Meal Preparation

• Prepare meals and snacks in accordance with Safe Food Handling requirements.
• Prepare special meals for birthdays and other events at EYES Child Care

Cleanliness

• Ensure the maintenance of all kitchen equipment.
• Ensure the general health and safety of the kitchen area.
• Clean kitchen area, equipment, dishes, and utensils as required after all snacks and meals.

Other Duties

• Attend meetings, conferences, professional development workshops as required.
• Other duties as assigned, related to the Daycare Chef/Cook position.
  
• Prepare weekly menus that reflect all Canada food guide requirements
• Work with Administration Team for approval
• Prepare breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks for all classrooms
• If required work as lunch cover staff, Early Childhood assistant
• Serve meals to each classroom on time, at the appropriate temperature
• Work with staff to collect meal numbers before food preparation of each meal
• Prepare appropriate amounts of food for each classroom, with amounts served meeting the guidelines
• Always considering the allergy list
• Making sure putting the changes in the Menu if not followed
• Maintain daily production reports
• Make weekly food orders through vendors
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including all food storage areas
• Make sure all thermometers are working properly
• Ensure all food items are checked for expiration dates
• Wash and sanitize all dishes
• Clean the entire kitchen and appliances throughout the day
• Remove trash and recyclables daily
• Organize and put away all groceries, food orders and non-food items
• Turn in all kitchen expense receipts and pre-prepared food item labels
• Team
• Know and follow the mission of EYES Child Care
• Protect the privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to families, children, team members, administration, and Board of Directors
• Build positive relationships and communicate in a respectful manner with families, children, team members, administration, Board of Directors, and the communities in which we serve

REQUIREMENTS

• Background verification check
  
• Read staff policy and procedure handbook and sign that you understand its context
  
• Fill out all required forms to be kept in your personnel file
  
• Complete medical form and current PVC
  
• Wear hairnet or hat while in the kitchen

REQUIRED

• Food Handler Certificate or Food Service Worker Certificate from a recognized college or training institute
• First Aid and CPR certification is considered an asset.
• Ontario Driver’s License with the ability to drive independently, without the need for a secondary driver and be insurable, considered an asset.
• Knowledge and experience of the requirements for hygienic maintenance and housekeeping
• Experience at meal planning and preparation, including experience in preparing culturally appropriate foods.
• Good personal hygienic habits.
• Able to relate well to children and parents.
• Knowledge of different culture, communication styles and value systems.
• Must be physically able to lift, haul and handle large, heavy grocery orders.

 
 
 
 
Please submit your applications to  info.kitchener@eyeschildcare.com
 
 
 
 
REQUIREMENTS

Job Description
We are looking for a person with a pleasant disposition, who loves cooking and thrives in a fast paced environment and pays attention to cleanliness. Although experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred, it is not required. Over the last 30+ years a number of our cooks have just had cooking experience cooking for their own families as they have grown up. It is basic family style meals and you are on your own in the kitchen. Most of our children range in age from 8 months to 4 years. You would be working Monday to Friday from 8 am to 1 pm for a total of 25 hours per week. We allot an extra hour each day during the first two week period. You would prepare the lunch time meal and the afternoon snack. You would be responsible for everything in the kitchen including dishes and its cleanliness and organization to meet all requirements of the Region of Waterloo Health Department. You would put together the grocery list each week and then when it is delivered to the centre, you would put it away. The meal is served by the teachers family style in the classrooms and you deliver it to the classrooms in serving bowls on a trolley.

As we are licensed by the Ministry of Education, *IF SELECTED* you would be required to get

• Vulnerable Sector Check
  
• Food Safety Certificate (one day course)
  
• Ministry of Education requires anyone working in a Child Care Centre have their Standard First Aid with a level C CPR.

We are closed all Stat Holidays, August Civic Holiday and a week between Christmas and New Year’s.

Salary: $16.00 per hour

Benefit Package after 6 months of employment

Please respond by email by May 28th, 2021 to:

Sheila Bruce RECE, Supervisor
Pluto Day Care, 435 King Street North, Waterloo
Email: kingst@plutodaycare.ca

COVID-19 considerations: To keep our Staff as safe as possible, we have PPE on site which needs to be used and worn.

Hours: 8:30 – 2:30
Rate: $18.48 per hour + benefits
Start: August 2021

Reporting to the Supervisor of the Child Care Centre. The successful applicant will be responsible to plan nutritious menus according to the Canada Food Guide, taking into consideration food requirements and / or restrictions due to special diets, allergies, special occasions, philosophies, religions and/ or cultures. It is the responsibility of the cook to shop, cook and serve hot lunches and prepare daily snacks.

The successful applicant for the position will be placed on the cook grid of the employee agreement, hours will be set by the supervisor and may vary as program dictates.

Responsibilities:

* Prepares, cooks and presents all food served in the program, specifically snacks and hot meal (s) daily in accordance with fluctuating attendance.
* Shops, purchases or orders sufficient quantities of highest quality fresh ingredients, food and cleaning supplies within a specified budget.
* From time to time may be responsible for signing purchase vouchers from food distributors and ensuring that correct quantities are delivered.
* Responsible for maintaining and securing inventory of food and cleaning supplies.
* Responsible for keeping kitchen, kitchen equipment and food storage areas clean, tidy and in good working order.
* Responsible for maintaining safe working conditions in work area.
* Reports faulty or dangerous equipment or conditions to supervisor / coordinator and arranges for their repair in consultation with the supervisor / coordinator.
* Ensures the safe storage and handling of food and equipment and maintains temperature logs.
* Ensure health regulations and sanitary procedures are rigorously adhered to.

Qualifications:

* Secondary school or approved equivalent.
* Diploma in nutrition, food preparation preferred.
* Valid Standard First Aid & Infant CPR Certificate.
* Safe Food Handling Certificate
* Valid Vulnerable Sector Check
* Access to reliable automobile for grocery shopping
* Clean driver abstract and proof of car insurance

Candidates are asked to submit resumes no later than noon on Friday, June 18th, 2021 to the following email: jhcc@bellnet.ca

JHCCC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job Description

We are looking for a person with a pleasant disposition, who loves cooking and thrives in a fast paced environment and pays attention to cleanliness.  Although experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred, it is not required.  Over the last 30+ years a number of our cooks have just had cooking experience cooking for their own families as they have grown up. It is basic family style meals and you are on your own in the kitchen. Most of our children range in age from 8 months to 4 years. You would be working Monday to Friday from 8 am to 1 pm for a total of 25 hours per week. We allot an extra hour each day during the first two week period. You would prepare the lunch time meal and the afternoon snack. You would be responsible for everything in the kitchen including dishes and its cleanliness and organization to meet all requirements of the Region of Waterloo Health Department. You would put together the grocery list each week and then when it is delivered to the centre, you would put it away. The meal is served by the teachers family style in the classrooms and you deliver it to the classrooms in serving bowls on a trolley.

As we are licensed by the Ministry of Education, *IF SELECTED* you would be required to get

-Vulnerable Sector Check
-Food Safety Certificate (one day course)
-Ministry of Education requires anyone working in a Child Care Centre have their Standard First Aid with a     level C CPR.
We are closed all Stat Holidays, August Civic Holiday and a week between Christmas and New Year’s.

Salary:  $16.00 per hour
Benefit Package after 6 months of employment
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Please respond by email by May 28th, 2021 to:

Sheila Bruce RECE, Supervisor
Pluto Day Care, 435 King Street North, Waterloo
Email:  kingst@plutodaycare.ca
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COVID-19 considerations:  To keep our Staff as safe as possible, we have PPE on site which needs to be used and worn.

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.
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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)
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“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.
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