Kitchen Lead (Full Time)

YMCA Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership

Health and dental benefits

Pension or student loan repayment plan

Anniversary flex day

Program discounts

Paid recertification and training

Leadership development opportunities

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

YMCA Calgary is hiring a Kitchen Lead at Quarry Park Child Development Centre. You will prepare nutritious meals for children, ensure safe handling, and support meal planning and records in a busy kitchen.

The role requires experience in large-volume kitchens, knowledge of dietary restrictions, and leadership ability. We offer comprehensive benefits, paid certifications, and an engaging team culture in Calgary.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in large volume kitchens or line cooking.
• Experience mitigating health risks in food preparation to meet dietary restrictions.
• Leadership skills and ability to guide and direct others to meet outcomes.
• Strong communication skills.
• Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious and delicious food for children, including dietary restrictions.
• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals.
• Ensure safe preparation, handling and storage of all food and supplies.
• Support advance meal planning and food management systems for efficiency.
• Maintain accurate administration records for food services (menus, allergies, logs).
• Support a positive kitchen culture and sanitation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Kitchen experience

Food safety

First Aid CPR-C

Police check

Education

First Aid CPR-C certification

Police Vulnerable Sector Check

References available

Job description

YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.

Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We alsoensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Kitchen Lead (Full Time)

Quarry Park Child Development Centre

Salary: $34,112.00/yr - $42,757.00/yr

Start Date: Immediately

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

• Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Premiums paid in full by the Association;
• Pension or student loan repayment plan with specified contribution matched by the Association;
• Anniversary flex day and gifts given to celebrate each year of employment;
• Program discounts;
• Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
• Leadership award opportunities;
• Scholarship opportunities;
• Paid recertification and training.

What qualifications are we looking for?

• Previous experience in large volume kitchens or line cooking
• Experience mitigating health risks in food preparation to meet dietary restrictions
• Leadership skills and ability to guide and direct others to meet desired area outcomes
• Strong communication skills
• Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
• Evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Three professional references

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

• Prepare nutritious and delicious food for children, including use of specialized processes for individuals with dietary restrictions
• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals
• Ensure safe preparation, handling and storage of all food and supplies
• Support advance meal planning and food management systems for operational efficiency
• Maintain accurate administration records for food services including menu substitutions, child allergies/sensitivities, cleaning logs and inspection records
• Support a positive kitchen culture and respectful workplace
• Ensure the kitchen is held to a high standard of sanitation and cleanliness, including meeting all regulatory standards (eg. Alberta Health Services)
• Support Quarry Park Child Development Centre’s risk management rules and guidelines

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required, and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?

Our diverse team of staff and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the community. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies:

• Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
• Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
• Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
• Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
• Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
• Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
• Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.