Early Learning Centre Cook

Job summary

The cook is responsible for planning and preparing nutritional meals for children while maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. They also manage grocery ordering, inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and hygiene regulations.

Job details

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the ELC Coordinator, the Early Learning Centre (ELE) Cook is responsible for all aspects of the nutrition program – menu planning, according to the Canadian/First Nations Food Guide, shopping, food preparation, and maintaining a safe, clean kitchen. Responsibilities: * Daily preparation of nutritional meals for the children attending the Early Learning Centre. * Weekly ordering and pick-up for groceries and supplies. * Responsible for the kitchen management of food preparation and inventory. * Maintain the kitchen and food storage areas in clean and sanitary condition. * Models positive health and hygiene practices for self and others. * Understands and follows regulations, policies and procedures, and safety rules and practices. * Maintains confidentiality. * Perform other related duties as defined and assigned by the reporting Director or designate on an as and when required basis. Education & Experience: * Current Safe Food Handling certificate, WHIMS, and First Aid/CPR; * Minimum of 1 year of related experience in cooking; * Knowledge of the nutritional requirements for children; and * Early Childhood Education (ECE) training will be considered an asset. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: * Knowledge of Canadian/First Nations Food Guide. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. * Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. * Ability to demonstrate flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances. * Analytical, decision making, and the ability to recognize challenges, identify causes, and provide solutions. * Dependability: able to work independently, submit accurate documentation, and seek guidance when needed. * Receptive: accept feedback, take ownership of responsibilities, and identifies areas of growth. * Interpersonal Skills: communicates clearly, seeks solutions, and demonstrates flexibility. * Integrity: keep sensitive information confidential and adheres to STC’s policies. * Initiative: seeks opportunities for further development. Other Conditions: * Must possess a valid Saskatchewan driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and meet STC’s insurance requirements. * Must provide a current, original, Canadian Criminal Record Check (CCRC) with vulnerable sector search as a condition of employment.

What you’ll do

The cook is responsible for planning and preparing nutritional meals for children while maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. They also manage grocery ordering, inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and hygiene regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Safe Food Handling certificate, WHIMS, and First Aid/CPR certification, along with at least one year of cooking experience. A valid driver's license and a clean criminal record check with a vulnerable sector search are mandatory.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Menu planning
• Food preparation
• Kitchen management
• Safe food handling
• Inventory management
• Sanitation
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Flexibility
• Problem solving
• Confidentiality
• First aid
• CPR
• WHIMS
• Menu Planning
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Kitchen Management
• Decision Making
• Cooking
• Early Childhood Education
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Food Preparation
• Interpersonal Communications

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Education
• Social Services
• Early Learning Specialist
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant