Cook

Family Day; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A child care services organization in Toronto is seeking a Cook responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals for children in care. The ideal candidate has a certificate in food handling, experience in institutional cooking, and skills in team collaboration. Family Day values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds. This role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health and dental benefits

Pension plan

Generous vacation

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Prior experience preparing meals in a business or institutional setting is an asset.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR, level C required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritional meals according to public health standards.
• Prepare menu substitutions for children with allergies.
• Operate and maintain kitchen according to Public Health inspection requirements.

Skills

Food Handling and Preparation

Communication skills

Team work

Multicultural sensitivity

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Food Handling and Preparation

Job description

Job Description

Posted Friday, June 27, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Work with us at Family Day!

Put your training, experience and passion for quality Child

Care and Early Learning to work at Family Day

Location : St. Francis Xavier CC

Start Date : September 2, 2025

About Family Day:

Family Day Care Services is a non-profit, charitable organization with a long and distinguished history of providing high-quality early learning and child care services to children and families throughout Toronto, York and Peel Regions. We are a multi service organization with over 500 employees, providing a broad range of services including: 29 Child Care Centres, 49 Before and After Care programs, 204 Licensed Home Child Cares, 9 EarlyON programs, 2 Homework Plus programs, and Special Needs Resourcing for children and their families living in the Greater Toronto Area.

There are many reasons to work with Family Day:

Family Day Offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Health and dental benefits
• Pension plan
• Generous vacation, sick leave and medical appointments
• Discounted GoodLife memberships
• Potential for career growth
• Employee referral bonus
• A positive and diverse work environment

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Centre Supervisor the Cook is responsible for planning and preparing meals that are healthy and nutritious to be served in the child care centre and associated satellite programs. All food preparation is in accordance with Public Health standards, Canada Food Guide, Early Years Act (CCEYA), municipal and regional by-laws and Family Day’s Policies and procedures. The Cook is also responsible for lunch clean up and coordination of the child care centre laundry.

Job Duties:

• Plan and prepare nutritional meals in accordance with theChild Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) , in consultation with the Centre Supervisor.
• Prepare suitable menu substitutions for children with allergies and individual dietary requirements
• Ensure adequate supplies are available to meet daily menu plan requirements
• Purchase weekly groceries according to the menu plan in a cost effective manner
• Prepare and serve daily lunches and snacks for children enrolled both at child care centre and associated satellite programs
• Regularly order food, cleaning supplies and paper products each month in consultation with the centre supervisor to ensure the centre is stocked as required
• Operate and maintain kitchen according to Public Health inspection requirements
• Ability to incorporate light housekeeping duties in daily routines

Education and Experience Required

• Certificate or Diploma in Food Handling and Preparation
• Prior experience preparing meals in a business or institutional setting will be an asset
• Understanding and working knowledge of current Public Health Guidelines and Canadian Food Guide
• Experience in cooking for large groups
• Excellent communication and written skills
• Ability to work productivity in a team environment
• Social and multicultural sensitivity
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle.
• Medical required – including TB (two stages) 6 months current to hiring date
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check 6 months current to hiring date
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR, level C
• Able to work Monday to Friday

Diversity and Inclusion:

Family Day fosters a positive inclusive workplace culture, with a workforce that is representative of the families and communities it serves. Committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, Family Day encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and those who may need accommodation, to apply to join our team.

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Family Day Care Services is committed to providing a safe environment for children. All applicants will be thoroughly screened using background checks and a review process.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Family Day Care Services will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual’s particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need to ensure your equal participation, feel free to contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

We are Hiring! If you have the passion, creativity and dedication we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.