Availability/Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:00pm (7 hours)
1 hour lunch
Expected hours: 35 per week
Position Accountability:
Responsible for preparing, and serving well-balanced nutritional meals for children provided by the Caterer.
Responsible for menu's (lunch and snacks) are being adhered to.
Ensure children with food allergies/restrictions/anaphylaxis are provided with replacement meals/snacks and that food is stored/served in a safe manner.
Responsible for preparing and serving well-balanced nutritional snacks for children in consultation/in accordance with the Caterer, Preschool Supervisor, Toronto Children's Services and Toronto Public Health.
Responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of the kitchen and food storage according to Toronto Public Health Standards.
Responsible for assisting the Supervisor with ensuring the timely restocking of food and kitchen supplies.
Able to use Industrial Dishwasher/Washer and Dryer confidently.
Able to provide supervision & preschool staff relief in toddler and preschool rooms (nap room/washroom supervision/programming (indoor/outdoor)
Certifications/Qualifications:
All Applicants called in for an interview must be prepared with:
Criminal Reference Check (current -within last 6-months)
Safe Food Handling Certificate (TPH approved)
First Aid and CPR Certificate
Up to date Immunization records
Available to start August 25th 2025*
Qualifications:
To have basic knowledge of the nutritional needs and proper eating habits of young children;
To have the ability to maintain inventory, implement menus, and prepare food (ie. cutting fruit/vegetables/bread) in large quantities;
Proven ability to communicate in a pleasant, courteous and tactful manner;
Apply Problem-solving skills to efficiently resolve challenges that may arise;
Superb time management skills;
To be sensitive, friendly, and mature individual who is able to relate well to the children, parents and staff;
Position Duties & Responsibilities:
In consultation with the Preschool Supervisor/Room Staff; implement menus, keep an inventory of all food and supplies, and prepare food (lunch and snacks);
Document/post and track the menu and meal changes in a designated place (written and electronic via Brightwheel);
Prepare meals and snacks for the children in accordance with the planned menu and individual children's special diets and allergies;
Wash and disinfect daily dishes after each meal or as needed;
Maintain the kitchen in a clean, safe, and tidy manner;
Assist Supervisor with ordering and receiving weekly/bi weekly food/supplies/toy orders:
Perform other related duties as required by the Preschool Supervisor;
Maintain and manage the laundry and toy cleaning schedule, ensuring all are completed efficiently and effectively;
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Contract
Contract length: 10 months
Pay: $18 to $21 per hour (depending on experience)
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