Collingwood Child Care Cook - Jobs in Collingwood, ON

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Collingwood, ON, Canada Req #67June 23, 2021Looking for a cook to join our Collingwood Child Care Team.LOCATION: Our Lady of the Bay Child Care CentreSALARY & BENEFITS:Pay rate $15.50-16.50/hourA complimentary YMCA membership which encourages you to embrace the Y’s philosophy of health and well-beingGENERAL FUNCTION:Under the direction of the Supervisor, Child and Family Development the Cook is responsible for the planning, organization, purchasing and preparation of the daily snacks and lunches for the assigned Child Care Program areas in accordance with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Follows the supervision and guidance of the Supervisor, Child and Family DevelopmentAdherence to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and ProceduresDemonstrate strong support and commitment to community activities, representing the YMCA in a professional mannerWorks to maintain active and effective communication and information networks within the centre and community agencies working with individual children and families regarding nutritional needs and dietDevelops positive relationships and collaborative partnerships with parentsSeeks opportunities to deepen connections and increase engagement of parents and children in care, providing further opportunities to get involved in other YMCA programs, such as camp, summer club, PA days, holiday breaks, etc.Adherence to all provincial and federal legislation relevant to job descriptionPROGRAM, FOOD PREPARATION AND SANITATIONUnderstands and complies with all legislation, guidelines and policies that pertain to:MEDU Day Nurseries Act LicensingDepartment of Health and municipal bi-laws and regulationsBoard of Education Occupancy StandardsEmployment Act LegislationOntario Legislation as applicable to the reporting of AbuseYMCA Standards, Guidelines and PoliciesResponsible to prepare a five week rotating menu for child care centre that meets YMCA Menu Planning Protocol.Prepare one hot lunch and two snacks per day following the five week menuSupply special dietary meals if necessary, taking children's allergies and special parental direction into consideration. Information from both sites to be posted in kitchen.Responsible for food and kitchen inventory as well as the ordering of all food supplies.Post all menu changes on the monthly menu plan and in the daily journalRecord all hot and cold holding food holding temperature as necessary including at catered sites, (record must be maintained for two years)Record all fridge temperatures twice daily and freezer temperatures once daily, (record must be maintained for two years)Handle food and dishes in accordance to the Ministry of Health RegulationsCleaning and sanitizing of kitchen equipment dailyClean and sanitize cupboards, fridge and food storage areas on a weekly basis or more often if necessaryMaintain all health and safety requirements, including but not limited to WHIMISEnsure that meals are prepared in proper quantity in relation to the number of childrenUtilize a feedback form to ensure quantities and types of meal at catering sites are adequateNotification of centre supervisor if unable to work or arrange for supply staff if requiredWorks as a team member with other staff and supervisorEnsures all programs are accessible, appropriate and safeIdentifies and seeks support to act on opportunities for program enhancementAssists in supervision of lunch, and sets up and cleans room to meet needs of activities and programsUnderstanding of early childhood education principles, practices and standardsRequired to move program equipment both large and small and undertake cleaning dutiesMay be required to be a ratio staff in program with the childrenADMINISTRATIONOccasional use of computers for administrative support purposes. (Typing menus, allergy lists)Assist to achieve financial viability within the child care center. Tracking food expenses, in alignment with amount budgeted and/or current enrollmentDaily record of food serving and refrigeration temperature logs are completeDocuments incidents and follows up with supervisor and parents when appropriateJOB KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS:Secondary Education DiplomaSafe Food Handler CertificateOperation of Food Services equipment i.e. oven, stove, cooking appliancesMust have knowledge of children's nutritional requirements according to Canada's Food Guide, MEDU and the Ministry of Health legislationCapacity to work within a team and be part of a large multi-service, charitable AssociationFlexibility regarding assigned working hours, particularly regarding split shiftsWell-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skillsSuccessful candidates will be required to provide the following prior to first day of work:Up-to-date Standard First Aid and CPR (Level C) certificationSuccessful completion of Police Records Check within the last 6 monthsUp-to-date immunizationsWe wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Please be advised that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Police Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Individuals needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources department.Other detailsPay Type Hourly Min Hiring Rate $15.50 Max Hiring Rate $16.50