Cook - Hamilton, Canada - YWCA Hamilton

YWCA Hamilton

Verified Company

Hamilton, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Who We Are

Founded in 1889,
YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton's original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework.

We are dedicated to strengthening women's and girl's voices, broadening their choices, building dynamic leadership and providing essential services that promote safe, inclusive and equitable communities.

YWork for us?

At
YWCA Hamilton, we are intentional about fostering a workplace culture that values positive physical and emotional well-being through our values of Inclusivity, Equity, Community, Self-determination, and Accountability.

We invest in our employees so that we can bring our values into the communities in which we live.

We offer our employees:

Onthejob training and professional development opportunities
Childcare discounts
Opportunities to get involved in our community
A competitive total rewards package

If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, and families every day, we would love for you to join our team

Position Description

Job Code: 2-DCC-2023

Department:
Child and Youth Service

Reports to:
Program Supervisor

Location:
Dunnville, ON

Hours of Work:37.5 hours per week

Start Date:

TBD

Posting Date:
July 31, 2023

Responsible for day to day food preparation including lunches and snacks according to the YWCA Hamilton's predetermined menu plan;
Prepares all foods in a timely fashion in order to follow classroom(s) schedule;
Responsible to change menu items as needed due to allergies, and dietary restrictions;
Adheres to monthly budget to accommodate the menu;
Ensuring the safe handling and storage of all food items;
Assists with the general care of children in the licensed child care center as required;
Ensures positive, professional communication with families on an ongoing basis, and responds promptly to all requests, queries and concerns;
Ensures compliance with YWCA policies and procedure and the Child Care and Early Years Act; Ensure compliance with the Health Protection and Promotion Act;
Participates in professional development including staff meetings, workshops and training;
Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values;
Perform other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works 30 hours work week.

Qualifications

High School diploma 18 years or older;
Diploma or certificate in food services is an asset;
Some professional training as a cook is an asset;
Experience preparing food, including preparing for children with allergies, and an awareness of religious and alternative dietary restrictions is an asset;
Experience in a licensed child care setting is an asset;
Current Safe Food Handling certificate or ability to obtain prior to start;
Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost;
Ability to bring a feminist, antiracist/antioppressive perspective to work;
Must provide a TB test, proof of Tetanus (within 10 years) and proof of MMR immunizations;
Bilingual English/French or other languages an asset.
As part of _
_YWCA Hamilton__'s commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women, First Nations, Métis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disabilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply._
Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please inform us of any accommodation requests._

_ Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton.__ Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted._