Cook (24-28)

Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology; Moosonee; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern College is seeking a Cook for its Tikinagan Childcare Centre in Moosonee. The role involves preparing meals for children, adhering to health guidelines, and ensuring a safe kitchen environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, Food Handler Certification, and relevant experience. The college offers a supportive work environment with wellness programs and an inclusive hiring process.

Benefits

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5 years of related practical experience.
• Ability to provide proof of required immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and snacks for children in the daycare centre.
• Clean and disinfect kitchen to Ministry of Health standards.
• Properly store and maintain inventory of food and cleaning products.

Skills

Time management

Knowledge of Health and Safety guidelines

Food handling techniques

Patience

Empathy

Friendliness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handler Certification or equivalent

Job description

Northern College is seeking a Cook in our Tikinagan Childcare Centre. The successful candidate will be able to manage their time effectively, work both alone and in a team, be punctual, reliable, and trustworthy. The incumbent will demonstrate knowledge of working within Health and Safety guidelines and proper food handling techniques. In addition, they will demonstrate patience, empathy and friendliness towards the children and their parents / guardians. Experience working in the janitorial area is considered an asset.

At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees, or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams.

Reporting to the Moosonee Campus Manager, the successful candidate will perform duties associated with preparing and delivery of daily meals.

What you will be doing :

• Prepare meals and snacks for children in the daycare centre;
• Prepare food according to allergies / sensitivities of the children;
• Clean and disinfect kitchen to Ministry of Health standards;
• Properly store and maintain inventory of food and cleaning products;
• Follow approved menu plan; and
• Deliver food to the daycare centre.

What you will need to be considered :

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Food Handler Certification or equivalent;
• 5 years of related practical experience; and
• Ability to provide proof of required immunizations.

What Northern has to offer :

• Wellness programs;
• Employee Assistance Program; and

The incumbent willbe required to provide a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.

As part of Northern College’s action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field.We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.

Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, please contact the Human Resource Services department. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Northern College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.