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Join Our Team as a Cook at Portland Daycare Centre!

Are you passionate about cooking and eager to make a difference in the lives of children? Portland Daycare Centre is looking for a dedicated Cook to join our small establishment in Dartmouth, NS. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy preparing nutritious meals, we want to hear from you!

About the Job

This is a temporary position offering between 24 to 40 hours of work per week. As a Cook, you will play a vital role in planning and preparing meals that cater to the dietary needs of our young clientele. Your culinary skills will help create a welcoming and healthy dining experience for children and staff alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine food portion sizes and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies, and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Manage kitchen operations

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following:

• Experience: 1 to 2 years in a similar role
• Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required
• Certifications:
  • Cook Trade Certification
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
  • Safe Food Handling Certificate
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • CPR Certificate

Personal Suitability

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Dependable
• Excellent in oral communication
• Flexible and adaptable
• Proactive and show initiative
• Judicious and organized
• Reliable team players
• Skilled in time management and multitasking

Security and Safety

Successful candidates will be required to undergo:

• Vulnerable sector check
• Child Abuse Registry check

Health and Financial Benefits

At Portland Daycare Centre, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including:

• Health Benefits:
  • Dental plan
  • Disability benefits
  • Health care plan
  • Paramedical services coverage
  • Vision care benefits
• Financial Benefits:
  • Group insurance benefits
  • Pension plan
• Other Benefits:
  • Free parking available
  • On-site daycare available

Salary

The hourly wage for this position ranges from $16.00 to $22.00, negotiable based on experience.

Location

This position is based in Dartmouth, NS.

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are enthusiastic about cooking and want to contribute to a nurturing environment for children, we encourage you to apply! Join us at Portland Daycare Centre and be part of a team that values health, safety, and community.

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.