Overview

Hours: 7:00am - 4:00pm (1hr unpaid break) Can be flexible with shift if needed.

Contract - 1 month

Join our vibrant childcare team as a Temporary Daycare Cook, where your culinary skills will directly impact the well-being and happiness of young children. In this lively role, you will prepare nutritious, appealing meals that meet safety standards and dietary needs, ensuring a positive mealtime experience for every child. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a nurturing environment while honing your food service expertise in a dynamic setting.

Key responsibilities include:

- Plan and prepare meals and snacks according to daily schedules and dietary/allergy requirements.
- Monitor food quality, taste, consistency, temperature, portioning, and presentation.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, including proper cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, utensils, equipment, refrigerators, and freezers.
- Ensure proper food storage, labeling, dating, temperature control, and product rotation to minimize waste.
- Manage kitchen inventory, supplies, ordering, and relationships with food and kitchen supply vendors.
- Inspect and maintain kitchen equipment to ensure it is clean and functioning properly.
- Manage workflow efficiently while maintaining company standards, budget awareness, and consistent food quality.
- Work independently while collaborating effectively with a team and managing multiple tasks in a busy environment.
- Follow all health, safety, and sanitation regulations and respond appropriately to allergy concerns and changing needs.
- Perform other kitchen-related duties as required.





Experience

- Prior food service experience, particularly in serving children or in a daycare or school setting, is highly preferred.
- Hands-on experience with food preparation, cooking, and meal assembly in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of food handling procedures and safety protocols aligned with local health regulations.
- Familiarity with restaurant or kitchen environments that emphasize cleanliness, efficiency, and quality control.
- Strong understanding of dietary restrictions, allergy awareness, and nutrition guidelines for young children.
- Previous experience in the food industry or similar roles that demonstrate competence in meal preparation and food safety practices.

Qualifications & Skills:

- 3–4 years of experience as a Cook, Chef, Catering Manager, or equivalent.
- Food Safety certification and knowledge of health and sanitation standards.
- Culinary training/certification is an asset.
- Knowledge of food preparation, nutrition, food safety, and kitchen operations.
- Strong communication, organization, time management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently under pressure and adapt to changing situations.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift up to 20 lbs.
- Caring and professional approach when working with children, families, and team members.

This role is perfect for motivated individuals passionate about nourishing children through wholesome meals while gaining valuable kitchen experience! Pay: $16.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Perks

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Temporary Daycare Cook (Calgary)
🏢 Inglewood Child Development Centre
📍 Calgary