Daycare Cook / Kitchen Staff

Location:
3905 Keele Street, Toronto, ON

Job Type
In-Person Pay: $20–$22.00 per hour

About Us
Simple Learners Early Learning and Childcare Centre is a licensed childcare centre dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. We believe that proper nutrition plays an essential role in children's health, development, and overall well-being. We are seeking a dedicated, reliable, and experienced Daycare Cook to join our team and support our commitment to providing nutritious, balanced, and delicious meals for the children in our care. Job Overview The Daycare Cook will be responsible for preparing and serving healthy, nutritious, and age-appropriate meals and snacks for children in our childcare centre. The successful candidate will ensure that all meals are prepared in accordance with Canada's Food Guide, approved menus, children's dietary requirements, and applicable food safety and public health standards. This position requires someone who is organized, attentive to detail, knowledgeable about children's nutritional needs, and passionate about contributing to a positive early learning environment.

Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious, balanced, and age-appropriate meals and snacks for children aged 0–4 years.
- Follow approved menus and ensure meals align with Canada's Food Guide and childcare nutrition requirements.
- Accommodate food allergies, dietary restrictions, cultural preferences, and special nutritional needs.
- Prepare meals in appropriate quantities while maintaining portion control and minimizing food waste.




- Ensure meals and snacks are prepared and served according to the centre's daily schedule.
- Maintain a clean, secure, sanitary, and well-organized kitchen environment.
- Follow all applicable food handling, storage, sanitation, and public health regulations.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, countertops, and food preparation areas.
- Monitor food inventory, maintain appropriate stock levels, and assist with grocery ordering and purchasing.
- Ensure proper food storage, labelling, temperature monitoring, and stock rotation.
- Collaborate with the Supervisor, educators, and other staff regarding meal schedules, allergies, and children's dietary needs.
- Maintain required kitchen records, cleaning schedules, and food safety documentation.
- Follow all centre policies, health and safety procedures, and applicable childcare regulations. Qualifications and Skills
- Previous experience preparing meals and snacks for young children, preferably in a licensed childcare centre.
- Knowledge of children's nutritional requirements, particularly for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
- Experience with menu planning, meal preparation, cooking, and food portioning.
- Strong understanding of food allergies, cross-contamination prevention, and special dietary accommodations.




- Knowledge of Canada's Food Guide and safe food handling practices.
- Experience in daycare kitchens, institutional kitchens, restaurants, catering, or other food service environments is an asset.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently in a busy childcare environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety.
- A caring, dependable, professional, and positive attitude toward working in an environment with young children. Mandatory Requirements Successful candidates must possess or be able to provide the following before commencing employment:
- Valid Food Handler's Certificate
- Valid Vulnerable Sector Check acceptable under applicable childcare requirements
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR certification, including infant and child CPR
- Up-to-date immunization records in accordance with applicable public health and childcare requirements
- Ability to meet all applicable health and safety requirements for working in a licensed childcare setting Compensation and Benefits Hourly Pay: $20–$22.00, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Prospect to contribute to children's health and development
- Professional and respectful workplace culture
- Opportunities for professional growth and development Work

Location:
In person Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Perks:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Vision care Work

Location:
In person

📌 Daycare Cook (North York)
🏢 Simple Learners Early Learning Child Care Centre
📍 North York