Plan nutritious childcare meals in St. Thomas while applying Canada Food Guide knowledge and accommodating children’s dietary needs.

The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario seeks a Child Care Dietary Planner (Cook) for a full time permanent position. Prepare meals and snacks, support YMCA School Age Programs, and manage food purchasing within budget requirements. Collaborate with centre teams and other dietary planners.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare nutritious snacks and meals for childcare facilities
- Provide snack support to local YMCA School Age Programs
- Order and purchase food within budget requirements
- Plan meals for health and religious dietary restrictions
- Consult with directors, centre teams, and dietary planners

Requirements:

- Valid public-health-recognized Food Handler’s Certification
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification
- Current Vulnerable Criminal Reference Check for applicants aged eighteen-plus
- Up-to-date immunizations required by public health, Ministry of Education, and YMCA
- Ability to lift twenty kilograms, bend, and stoop

Use food planning, purchasing, and dietary knowledge to support safe, inclusive nutrition for children at the YMCA.

📌 Child Care Dietary Planner Cook (St. Thomas)
🏢 YMCA of Southwestern Ontario
📍 St. Thomas