Location

Location: Port Colborne, ON

Temporary Duration

Approximate Duration: 8-13 Months

Division

Children's Services

JOB SUMMARY

Perform general duty cooking at the Day Care Centres maintaining high standards of quality food preparation, which meets the nutritional needs of the children as per the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 and Canada Food Guide. Maintains the health standards of the Centre as set out by the Medical Officer of Health.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience; plus
- Additional courses in cooking or nutrition preferred.
- Must possess Safe Food Handling Certificate.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

- Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience in food preparation in direct, institutional environment.

SKILLS

- Must possess knowledge of kitchen operating procedures and food handling, storage and safekeeping.
- Must be able to adjust menus as required.
- Must be aware of safety and fire regulations.
- Must possess a clear understanding of the Canada Food Guide.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

- In accordance with the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate every 5 years and an Annual Declaration for each year subsequently.
- Must maintain ability to travel in a timely manner to other offices, work locations or sites as authorized by the Corporation for business reasons.
- Must meet and maintain requirements in the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014; health assessment and proof of current records of immunizations as recommended by the Medical Officer of Health.

Responsibilities

- Prepare menus that meet nutritional needs of the children giving consideration to children’s special dietary needs.




- Maintain necessary standard of cleanliness in the kitchen and storeroom areas including cupboards, ovens, defrosting freezers, wiping spills, etc.
- Responsible for the proper storage and use of foods.
- Order and maintain food and kitchen supplies as needed, maintains inventory records.
- Wash, dry, and store kitchen utensils and dishes after meals and snacks.
- Change or adapt menu if supplies are not present and record changes.
- Receive order, check, sign, and date all invoices and store supplies.
- Prepare and clean dining areas.
- Prepare baking for special events such as Christmas and Thanksgiving.
- Answer telephone; assist with children and laundry when necessary.
- Participate in training based on individual needs and program requirements.

About Us

Build your career at Niagara Region

At Niagara Region, you can build a meaningful career while helping shape a strong, prosperous and inclusive community. Serving a diverse urban and rural population across 12 local municipalities, we deliver high-quality programs and services that make a difference in people’s lives every day.

As an employer of choice, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, wellness supports, learning and development opportunities, and flexible work arrangements where operationally feasible. If you are looking for rewarding work,



a collaborative team environment and the opportunity to contribute to one of Ontario’s most unique and vibrant regions, we invite you to join us at Niagara Region.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

At Niagara Region, we believe in a culture that recognizes and rewards employees who consistently demonstrate character, competence, and high-performing characteristics.

Work/life balance is important to us at the Niagara Region, all employees are assigned to one primary long-term care location but with the opportunity to work in any of our other long-term care facilities which include locations in Fort Erie, Port Colborne, Welland, St. Catharines, Niagara-on-the Lake, Grimsby, and Niagara Falls.

If you are passionate about making a difference through providing exceptional health and personal care and believe, as we do at the Niagara Region, that our long-term care homes should feel like any home should – warm, welcoming, protected, comfortable and affording our residents the ability to uphold their dignity, enjoyment of life, and quality of life, this position is for you.

To recognize, reward, and support our employees, we offer:

- Competitive wages and salaries
- Competitive benefits packages – including benefits for part-time employees!
- Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS), a Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Access to group home and auto insurance
- Flexible work arrangements
- Corporate Wellness Centre
- Wellness funds
- Discounted fitness memberships
- Employee and Family Assistance Program services
- Educational funding and subsidies to support current and/or future career opportunities
- A robust mentorship program with longer-term and shorter-term experiences
- Employee Recognition Program and peer-to-peer recognition programs

📌 Child Care Cook (Port Colborne)
🏢 Niagara Region
📍 Port Colborne