Job Description

Location:

Bulldog KIDS and Urban Village Academy

Position Overview:

Bulldog KIDS and Urban Village Academy are seeking a professional, reliable, and detail-oriented Kitchen Manager to join our collaborative early learning community. Serving approximately 140 children, this role is essential in overseeing the daily operations of our kitchen and ensuring smooth, efficient support for our programs each day.

The Kitchen Manager takes the lead in coordinating all food service logistics (no cooking required), maintaining a safe and sanitary environment, managing kitchen supplies and inventory, and ensuring compliance with all health regulations. It's ideal for someone highly organized, proactive, and committed to supporting a child-focused, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):Kitchen Management

Oversee all aspects of snack and meal service, including portioning, distribution to classrooms, and ensuring timely delivery. Enforce and uphold all allergy and dietary restrictions when serving food to children. Maintain and monitor kitchen cleanliness, including dishwashing, surface sanitation, and equipment upkeep. Ensure full compliance with food safety standards, Bulldog KIDS and UVA policies, and Public Health regulations. Organize and manage food storage areas, track inventory, and place orders for kitchen supplies as needed. Collaborate with classroom staff to ensure smooth transitions during mealtimes.
Housekeeping & Cleaning

Oversee and ensure completion of daily and weekly cleaning tasks related to kitchen operations. Coordinate laundry, toy sanitizing, and general tidying tasks in collaboration with support staff. Maintain adherence to health and safety protocols consistent with public health and childcare licensing requirements.
Administrative & Operational Support

Manage basic administrative tasks related to kitchen operations, such as inventory records, ordering supplies, and maintaining compliance documentation. Support the organization and stocking of common areas and storage spaces as needed. Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling centre-related documents and communications.
Qualifications:

Valid Food Handler's Certification (required). Clear Vulnerable Sector Check (required, completed within the last 6 months). Previous experience managing kitchen operations in a childcare, school, or similar fast-paced, child-centred environment is an asset. Strong understanding of cleanliness, organization, and safety requirements in a childcare setting. Friendly, dependable, and professional with excellent time management and leadership skills. Able to work independently while effectively coordinating with a team. Comfortable interacting with children in a warm, respectful manner.
Why Join Us?

At Bulldog KIDS and Urban Village Academy, every team member plays a vital role in creating a positive experience for the children and families we serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to lead essential behind-the-scenes operations in a supportive, community-focused environment, we'd love to welcome you to our team!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site childcare On-site parking Paid time off
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-25