Daycare Kitchen Assistant!

Kids-; Waverley; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recognition for your hard work

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Kids & Company in Nova Scotia is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support daily kitchen operations in a full-time daycare setting in Waverley. You will help with meal preparation, portioning, delivery to classrooms, and maintaining food safety and sanitation throughout the kitchen.

The role requires 2+ years in a Kitchen Assistant position, a High School diploma or GED, and a valid Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain). A clean background and valid driver’s license are assets.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a Kitchen Assistant role.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Current Food Handler Certification, or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal and snack portioning, and delivery to classrooms, ensuring food is distributed safely and on time.
• Assist with food preparation tasks such as fruit preparation, and other kitchen support duties as assigned.
• Prepare and organize meal service supplies, including bins, serving materials, and delivery carts.
• Collect dishes, utensils, and meal service equipment from classrooms.
• Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, serving equipment, and food trolleys in accordance with food safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen by cleaning work areas, equipment, storage areas, and meal service items.
• Assist with organizing, storing, and rotating food products, kitchen supplies, and inventory.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, allergy-awareness, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the Cook and Centre Director to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Perform other related duties as required to support the overall operation of the kitchen.

Job description

Reporting to the Chef/Centre Director, you will be an integral member of the Kids & Company team, supporting the overall management of daily kitchen operations. Your role will involve food preparation and cooking, following Kids & Company standards to align with our mission statement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal and snack portioning, and delivery to classrooms, ensuring food is distributed safely and on time.
• Assist with food preparation tasks such as fruit preparation, and other kitchen support duties as assigned.
• Prepare and organize meal service supplies, including bins, serving materials, and delivery carts.
• Collect dishes, utensils, and meal service equipment from classrooms.
• Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, serving equipment, and food trolleys in accordance with food safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen by cleaning work areas, equipment, storage areas, and meal service items.
• Assist with organizing, storing, and rotating food products, kitchen supplies, and inventory.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, allergy-awareness, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the Cook and Centre Director to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Perform other related duties as required to support the overall operation of the kitchen.

What you need

• 2+ years of experience in a Kitchen Assistant role.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Current Food Handler Certification, or willingness to obtain it.
• Experience in a daycare environment is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract.
• A clean criminal record check is required.
• Physical ability to lift, push, and pull up to minimum 50 pounds.

What we offer

• Recognition for your hard work, dedication, and contribution.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement in a positive and supportive environment.

Kids & Company is committed to providing accommodation to persons with disabilities so that they may pursue employment opportunities in a similar way to other applicants. If you require accommodation as a job applicant, don't hesitate to get in touch with us by emailing [e-mail]

Location: Waverley, NS
Vacancy Status: We are looking to hire a full-time daycare, Kitchen Assistant.
AI Screening Disclosure: We do not use AI to screen or assess applicants.