Kitchen Assistant (Daycare)

Active Start Childcare; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known childcare institution in Alberta is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to prepare meals for children. The ideal candidate will have previous kitchen experience, preferably in daycare settings, and must have or be willing to obtain Level 1 Alberta Child Care certification. The role involves ensuring kitchen cleanliness and food safety compliance, as well as managing food orders.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience in daycare settings or similar environments is required.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain Level 1 Alberta Child Care certification.
• Current criminal record check with vulnerable sector search is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for approximately 500 children according to pre-set menus.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen.
• Take charge of responsibilities in the absence of the Lead Chef/Cook.
• Adhere to Alberta health, fire, and food safety regulations.
• Manage weekly food ordering and deliveries.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Multitasking skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 1 Alberta Child Care certification

First aid certification

Food safe certification

Job description

Magic Mountain Childcare is a distinguished early learning institution serving children from 12 months through kindergarten. We provide comprehensive daycare, preschool, and before- and after-school programs within state-of-the-art facilities designed to cultivate an inclusive, stimulating, and active environment.

Our inquiry-based curriculum fosters curiosity, creativity, and confidence, while emphasizing physical literacy and holistic child development. Carefully designed indoor and outdoor play spaces ensure children remain engaged and active throughout the year, including during Alberta’s harshest weather.

We maintain strong collaborative partnerships with families to support each child’s growth and prepare them for sustained success.

About the Role

We are presently seeking a Kitchen Assistant for our program. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in a kitchen, preferably in daycare settings, retirement homes, catering, or similar work environments.

A successful candidate would be highly motivated, adaptable, organized, physically fit, and possess strong multitasking skills. This person must have a current criminal record check (with vulnerable sections search), first aid certification and food safe certification (completed within the past 5 years), or be willing to obtain these items upon being hired. This person must either possess a Level 1 Alberta Child Care certification, or be willing to work towards it.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with preparing meals for approximately 500 children for breakfast, lunch, and snacks according to pre-set menus and recipes
• Ensuring the cleanup of dishes and ensuring the kitchen's cleanliness and sanitation
• In the absence of the Lead Chef/Cook, Assistant Cook will take charge of all their responsibilities
• Adherence to all Alberta health, fire and food safety regulations, as well as Active Start's Food Safety Plan
• Weekly food ordering using our food order guide and managing deliveries

Qualifications

• Prior childcare/daycare (or similar work setting) kitchen experience is required
• Level 1, 2 or 3 Child Care Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills