Employment Opportunity

Stz’uminus Education Society

We provide learning opportunities for all ages, from infancy through to elder years, through our dynamic and integrated programs: Nutsuumat Lelum, Stz’uminus Primary School, Stz’uminus Community School, Post-Secondary & Continuing Education, Land-based Learning, Year 13/adults, Career Planning and job readiness.

Position summary

We are looking for a Cook who will support support staff, students and the community through overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring that high-quality food service is available at the schools.

The position

• Plans menu, and cooks’ meals (both AM and PM snacks and lunches) for all the children and staff at Nutsumaat Lelum
• Works as part of the team with all the staff members under the direction of the Early Learning Lead.
• Plans monthly menus, with advice from staff, keeping in mind allergies and group likes and dislikes and ensuring all meals are nutritious.
• Involves children and staff in the planning, preparation, and service of the food whenever possible.
• Works cooperatively with, finds support and guidance with the Environmental Health Officer
• Mentors/trains parents and volunteers, helping them to gain knowledge of routines and the importance of eating nutritiously.
• Participates in regular up grading, workshops, and professional development to continue growing and learning.
• Prepares weekly grocery lists, orders groceries from local supplier, and looks for the best deals and sales when possible.
• Ensures that all the food and kitchen area is clean and safe.
• Maintains a well organized and clean kitchen and pantry area.
• Responsible for after meal clean up of dishes and cooking areas. Washes tables / chairs and sweeps eating area. Mops as necessary. Fills and runs dishwasher.
• When washing dishes by hand,
  
  
  
  uses the proper sterilization methods, recommended by Environmental Health Officer.
• Advises the Early Learning Lead of any needed repairs or equipment and well informed on issues to do with the service and delivery of food.
• Communicates with staff concerning nutritional needs of the children and allergies
• Maintains a high standard of professional ethics in relationships with children, parents and other members of the staff and community.
• Make and prepare hot breakfast once a month for children, staff and families.
• Make and prepare hot breakfast for children at least once a week.
• Bake from scratch at least twice a week.
• Bake cake or cupcakes from scratch for birthdays or special events.
• Engage in community garden and harvesting fruits for consumption.
• Any other housekeeping duties as deemed necessary from time to time

What you bring

• Previous experience working as a chef, cook, or culinary skilled, preferably in a childcare or educational setting.
• Culinary degree or certification from a recognized culinary institute is a plus.
• Knowledge of child nutrition, food safety standards, and dietary guidelines.
• Creative flair and passion for cooking, with a knack for turning simple ingredients into extraordinary dishes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact positively with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing menus, dietary requirements, and dedicated events.
• Enthusiasm for working in a team environment and contributing to a positive workplace culture.
• Valid FoodSafe Certificate.
• Valid First Aid certificate
• Able to lift and/or move between 10 pounds up to 30 pounds
• Awareness of Trauma Informed wellness for self and others
• Able to pass a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening .