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Whitewood Wiggles and Giggles Childcare Centre Inc. is looking for an experienced cook with a passion for preparing
fresh meals, using wholesome ingredients, and the ability to cook healthy food from scratch following our established
menu. The cook must have a natural warm personality to fit in with our positive work environment.
The right candidate will have knowledge of cooking, childcare policies, and cleanliness, and have an awareness of allergies
and allergens. You will be cooking for approximately 21 children ranging in age from 6 weeks to 13 years as well as
staff. Candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, ever-evolving, never-a-dull-moment environment. Attention to
detail and excellent time management are skills you will need to have. Experience in cooking is an asset.
Responsibilities will include menu planning, food purchasing, food preparation and service for 3 meals per day,
dishes, and housekeeping of the kitchen and pantry. For menu planning, meal and snack preparation must be
nutritious and follow the guidelines set out by the Ministry of Education and Canada Food Guide.
The cook will also have some responsibilities in providing childcare to cover staff during understaffing, general
housekeeping, and to ensure staff-child ratios are met when needed.
