Kitchen Assistant

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• As directed by Head Chef, duties may include: all cooking, baking and food preparation for the childcares, under the supervision of the head chef. Baking should be completed a day in advance if necessary;
• Preparing the food for field trips and school age programs;
• Preparing food for catering events at and associated with the child care center. Maintains clean and sanitary kitchen and storage facilities;
• Ensures safe food storage and disposal;
• Daily log of food temperatures;
• Daily log of refrigerator and freezer temperatures; Responsible for packing the food when applicable;
• Complies with all health and hygiene requirements under all food safety legislation;
• Assist in kitchen operations including scheduled cleaning and sanitizing of appliances, counters, cupboards and drawers;
• Floors are swept and mopped after every meal;
• Removes all trash and recyclable materials at the end of each shift;
• Duties and responsibilities may change from time to time based on the needs of the child care center;
• Performs other related assignments as required.

Salary :Dependent on type of certification and experience

Benefits : We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Dental - frequent cleanings, x-rays, minor surgical procedures and post-surgical care
• Vision - eye exams
• Chiropractor, Osteopath, Podiatrist/Chiropodist, Massage Therapist, Naturopath, Speech Therapist, Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist, M.S.W. Social Worker, Psychologist, Acupuncturist
• Prescriptions, hearing aids, orthopedics, travel insurance
• Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• We have opportunities for educational support and tuition reimbursement
• We currently have over 100 daycares across North America and are constantly growing!
• Positive work environment with encouraging team members and opportunities for career advancement
• Monthly health challenges to promote work/life balance with exciting prizes
• Enjoy 35% off our child care services and receive 20 days of FREE back up child care per year!

Kids and Company is an equal opportunity employer.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Current Food Handling Certificate
• Experience in a kitchen environment and ability to use and operate common machines would be an asset
• Pre-security clearance and vulnerable sectors
• Ability to work in a cooperative manner with other staff
• High standard of professionalism
• Enthusiasm for serving public ensuring that all children and clients are cared for equally and in accordance with Kids & Company standards
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to listen and respond appropriately to client, children and staff needs as well as communicate with tact and diplomacy
• High energy level with a strong work ethic
• Excellent organization skills to prioritize workload in order to achieve results in a constantly changing environment
• Able to work safely around stoves and chemicals while having the endurance to spend many hours standing, walking and lifting heavy objects

Kids & Company is one of Canada’s fastest growing companies. We currently have over 100 child care centres from Victoria, BC to Halifax, NS and we are still growing! Kids & Company is a proudly Canadian company and our greatest priority is to ensure that we meet every child's individual needs, by providing a stimulating, secure and loving environment. We are always looking for great people to join our team!