Cook (Sechelt)

The Position Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Chef will complete all tasks required for the kitchen operations and distribution of the hot meal program to all children attending the center. You will be responsible for menu planning, purchasing groceries and supplies, and preparing nutritious meals and snacks for the children enrolled in the Centre each day. The kitchen is to be managed, and the Chef''s work is to be conducted in strict compliance with Food Secure Regulations. The Chef works in consultation with the Manager to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen and its coordination with the other Centre programs. The Candidate: Planning of lunch menus and snacks per the Canada Food Guide; posting of menus for parents and staff. Conduct housekeeping tasks necessary to maintain the kitchen in an organized, clean, safe and hygienic condition at all times. Completecleanupaftereachmeal(i.e.,dishes,countertops,etc.). Meet with the Health Inspector as required to ensure practices comply with the health code. Purchase all groceries to implement the planned menus, in consideration of the Centre''s food budget and consultation with the Centre Manager; purchase all household supplies for the Centre. Monitorandusegrocerystorepointcards. Appropriate planning and ordering of the fresh foods and supplies required for the menu while working within the allocated budget. Follow established procedures regarding the forwarding of all receipts related to purchases. Establish open communication with parents regarding children''s dietary restrictions, allergies, etc. Perform other tasks within the scope of the position. Qualifications,Skillsand Abilities: High School Diploma. Experienceasacook,preferablyinachildcarecentresetting. ECEcertificationwouldbeanasset. Familiaritywithplanningandimplementingmenusaroundthe Canada Food Guide. Abilitytoworkinapositiveandproductivemannerwithinateam. Theabilitytorelatewelltochildren,staffandparentsisessential. Foodsafecertificate;WHIMIS;Valid Standard First Aidand Level''C''CPR. Working knowledge of Microsoft software, including Word, Excel, etc. Highenergylevelwithastrongworkethic. Sensitivity and respect for individual and cultural differences. Must be physically able to sit, climb, kneel or crouch and be able to lift/ move at least 25 pounds. A valid Class 5 driver''s license is required. Mustbewillingandabletopassacriminalrecordcheck with vulnerable sectors. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2ng6ji