Cooking and Nutrition Instructor | Afterschool Programs | York Region

Push Operations; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Growth opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

TAC Sports is seeking a full-time Cooking & Nutrition Camp Instructor to lead a hands-on, educational summer program focused on cooking skills and healthy eating. You will foster a fun learning environment for children, guiding them through themed recipes and practical kitchen activities.

The role emphasizes safety, creativity, and effective camp management, with opportunities for training, growth, and ongoing involvement in TAC Sports programs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in camps, education, recreation, or youth programs.
• Interest in cooking, nutrition, and healthy living, with the ability to make learning fun and engaging.
• Comfortable leading hands-on food preparation activities with children.
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• Energetic, patient, and organized in a camp or classroom-style setting.
• Background in nutrition, culinary arts, education, recreation, or a related field is an asset.
• First Aid/CPR certification and Vulnerable Sector Check, or willingness to obtain them, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cooking and nutrition camp sessions in a safe, engaging, and age-appropriate environment.
• Teach campers practical cooking skills such as prepping ingredients, timing, heat management, flavour balancing, and plating.
• Introduce nutritional concepts in a fun and accessible way, helping campers understand the value of healthy eating.
• Guide campers through themed recipes and hands‑on meal preparation activities.
• Maintain a strong focus on kitchen safety, including proper handling of tools, equipment, and food.
• Supervise campers throughout cooking activities, transitions, and breaks to ensure safety and positive behaviour.
• Assist with daily camp setup, cleanup, ingredient preparation, and material organization.
• Create an inclusive and encouraging environment that promotes confidence, creativity, and participation.
• Build positive relationships with campers, families, and TAC Sports staff.
• Follow TAC Sports’ program plans, safety procedures, and child supervision standards at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Energetic

Education

Culinary arts background

Nutrition background

Tools

First Aid/CPR certification

Vulnerable Sector Check

Job description

• York Region, ON
• $45/hourly

Job Description

* Currently Hiring for Afterschool Programs**

Pay: 45$ A session

Hours between 2:30 and 6:00

Length: 1 Hour Sessions- Sept - June

5 hours + other opportunities with PA days, camps

• [e-mail] for any questions
• Camps are full weeks - salary

Interview steps:

• Virtual interview (Google Meets only)
• In person group interview (Invite to Head Office Location)
• Invite to First-Aid Certification (if required)
• Must pass in person group interview to be selected for any camps or programs

Position Overview

TAC Sports is seeking a full-time Cooking & Nutrition Camp Instructor to lead a fun, educational, and hands‑on summer camp program focused on cooking skills and healthy eating. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, has an interest in food and nutrition, and can create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

The Cooking and Nutrition Camp helps children build confidence in the kitchen while learning the foundations of healthy eating. Each day features a different recipe, and each week follows a unique theme. Campers develop practical cooking skills such as food preparation, timing, heat control, flavour balancing, and plating, while also learning key nutritional principles connected to the meals they create.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cooking and nutrition camp sessions in a safe, engaging, and age-appropriate environment
• Teach campers practical cooking skills such as prepping ingredients, timing, heat management, flavour balancing, and plating
• Introduce nutritional concepts in a fun and accessible way, helping campers understand the value of healthy eating
• Guide campers through themed recipes and hands‑on meal preparation activities
• Maintain a strong focus on kitchen safety, including proper handling of tools, equipment, and food
• Supervise campers throughout cooking activities, transitions, and breaks to ensure safety and positive behaviour
• Assist with daily camp setup, cleanup, ingredient preparation, and material organization
• Create an inclusive and encouraging environment that promotes confidence, creativity, and participation
• Build positive relationships with campers, families, and TAC Sports staff
• Follow TAC Sports’ program plans, safety procedures, and child supervision standards at all times

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in camps, education, recreation, or youth programs
• Interest in cooking, nutrition, and healthy living, with the ability to make learning fun and engaging
• Comfortable leading hands‑on food preparation activities with children
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
• Energetic, patient, and organized in a camp or classroom-style setting
• Background in nutrition, culinary arts, education, recreation, or a related field is an asset
• First Aid/CPR certification and Vulnerable Sector Check, or willingness to obtain them, preferred

What We Offer

• Full-time summer employment with a growing youth sports and enrichment organization
• A fun, active, and supportive team environment
• Meaningful work helping children build lifelong cooking skills and healthy habits
• A dynamic role combining hands‑on instruction, creativity, and camp programming
• Opportunities for training, growth, and continued involvement with TAC Sports