About Mothercraft Ottawa
Mothercraft Ottawa is a trusted non-profit, multi-service family support agency that has been serving families and caregivers since 1944. We provide a wide range of programs from pregnancy through to school age, including:
· Early learning programs that foster child development
· Full-time, part-time, and casual licensed childcare
· Home-based, school-based, and centre-based childcare services
· EarlyON Child and Family Centre programs and workshops
Our services are grounded in child-centred practices and support the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of children, while providing families with the resources and education they need to thrive.
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to maintain our nutritious food service program. You’ll be responsible to follow proper food handling and storage techniques in adherence to Health Inspector guidelines, and you must have the ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically and professionally.
Please note this is a new Casual position where shifts will be offered in the event of staff absences, vacations, etc., and regular hours are not guaranteed.
Key Responsibilities
· Ensures the quality of meals regarding taste, presentation and dietary requirements established by the dietician/nutritionist
· Ensures all menu items are prepared and served according to departmental policies and procedures
· Maintains clean and sanitary work environment including storage, tools, equipment, work area, etc.
· Provides assistance to educators for food and cooking experiences they may wish to plan for the program
· Ensures compliance with provincial regulations and agency policies, procedures and best practices
· Other reasonable duties as assigned
Qualifications
· High school graduation diploma; post-secondary education in culinary studies an asset
· Minimum of 1-year related experience
· Knowledge of basic principles of good nutrition, food handling and storage techniques
· High level of integrity and work ethic
· Ability to lift to 50 lbs
· Valid Safe Food Handler’s Certificate
· Valid Standard First Aid and CPR level C certification, including infant and child
· Satisfactory police record vulnerable sector check
What We Offer
· Competitive hourly wage: $22.92 - $25.34
· Supportive and inclusive work environment
· Casual dress code
Join Our Team
At Mothercraft Ottawa, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming community where families and children feel supported, and our employees are valued and empowered. We are seeking Cooks who takes pride in preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for children in our care. If you have a passion for culinary excellence, enjoy working in a child-focused environment, and are committed to food safety and quality, we invite you to apply.
Mothercraft Ottawa is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Mothercraft Ottawa will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.
Mothercraft Ottawa strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, Mothercraft Ottawa will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $22.92-$25.34 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a valid certificate in Standard First Aid/CPR Level C, including Infant and Child?
- Are you able to provide a clear Criminal Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector?
- Are you legally eligible to work and reside in Canada?
- Are you comfortable that this is a Supply role, meaning hours are not guaranteed, and you would be called in when the current Cook is absent or on vacation?
Experience:
- Cooking: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person
