Child Care Cook/Nutrition Support
Position Title: Child Care Cook/Nutrition Support
Reports To: General Manager of Child Care
Pay Grid: $19 to $23/hr
Department: Child Care
Hours: Part-Time (20hrs/week, 8:00-12:00pm)
Our Culture:
YMCA of Southeastern Alberta strives to integrate our commitment to diversity and social inclusion in all that we do. We believe that strong leadership is created through the sharing of diverse experiences and perspectives. We actively seek candidates who embody these principles and who reflect the many dimensions of the communities we serve. We are a charitable organization that provides health and fitness opportunities, employment services, licensed childcare, and various community programs in Medicine Hat, Redcliff, and Brooks. When you work at the YMCA, you’ll play an important part in building strong, thriving communities while positively impacting people’s lives. Join our team at the Y, a place where everyone belongs — including you!
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day, demonstrating our values in action.
We do the right thing.
We are caring, respectful, honest, and responsible in all that we do.
We put people first.
We believe in each other – honouring our strengths, diversity, perspectives, and passions.
We keep our promises.
We do what we say we will do.
We lead by example.
We are courageous, speaking with conviction and always willing to listen and collaborate.
What qualifications are we looking for?
At the YMCA of Southeastern Alberta, we strive to ensure our employees are a good fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.
The successful candidate will have the following:
Education/Certifications/Credentials/Professional Registration
• Standard First Aid, CPR-Level C
• Evidence of a clear Police Information Check (with Vulnerable Sector Search if applicable), within the last six months
• Current Food Handling Certification
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a class 07 or a reliable method of transportation
• Must have $2,000,000.00 insurance liability coverage
Knowledge & Skills
• Knowledge and experience with Alberta Health Services Food Safety Standards
• Understanding of Canadian Nutritional Guidelines (Canada Food Guide)
• Familiarity with food allergies and handling of cross contamination issues
• Organizational skills and knowledge of food storage, preparation and safe food handling
• Operational knowledge of kitchen equipment, appliances and cleaning supplies
• Experience in ordering, budgeting and inventorying
What does this role look like at the YMCA of Southeastern Alberta?
Reporting to the GM of Childcare, this position is responsible for the operation of the food program, including meal planning, preparation, budgeting and all other kitchen operations. This position will also be responsible for parent education sessions such as budgeting, meal prep and nutrition classes in addition to monthly community kitchen activities.
The responsibilities and duties of this role will include but is not limited to:
YMCA Values
• Demonstrate and promote a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, and values of the YMCA and its programs and services
• Demonstrates appropriate behaviors in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association.
Teamwork
• Work effectively within the Child Care team, contributing to its overall success by:
• Promoting the YMCA’s annual Y Connect Campaign
• Promoting and/or attending YMCA events
• Contributing to a positive and healthy workplace culture
• Other duties to assist the team, as assigned
Standards that Shine
• Achieve all quality standards and targets established under YMCA best practices and the YMCA’s Standards that Shine
• General cleaning as required around the facility
• Ensuring all staff are aware of Standards that Shine, and work with them to create a culture of excellence in adherence to guidelines and expectations outlined by the Standards that Shine
Interpersonal/Communication Skills
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, managers, and the senior leadership team
• Ensure workplace conflicts are resolved quickly, following YMCA policies and procedures
• Effectively communicate with parents and community members
Quality of Work
• Works well in a team environment, but can also be self directed
• Consistent and reliable
• Four-week menu creation, including meals and snacks for a variety of ages, following the Canada Food Guide and accounting for student allergies and dietary restrictions
• Staying within a provided budget
• Daily meal preparation for an average of 80 students
• Transportation of groceries to secondary location
• Creation of supply lists, receiving food order and creation of inventory checklists
• Ensuring safety and sanitization of the kitchen area, including stock rotation and staying current on food recall alerts
• Nutritional education
• Washing dishes after meals/snacks
• Other duties as assigned
Compliance with Legislation and YMCA Policies and Procedure
• Adherence to the following at all times:
• YMCA Child Safeguarding and Operational Policies and Procedures
• Public health and safety regulations
• Occupational Health and Safety
• FOIP guidelines and Confidentiality requirements
Work Environment and Physical Demands
• Work will occur at the John Millar and YMCA Crescent Heights Child Development Centres
• Parking will be provided at no cost
• Kitchen is located on the main floor and is in an accessible location
• Applicant will be standing for most of the day
• Some lifting will be required (I.e. soup pots, casseroles in and out of oven)
• Applicant will not be required to complete any work outside.
The Benefits to Joining our Team:
• Paid wellness days after 3-month probationary period
• Paid Birthday and Employment Anniversary Date
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Health Plus Membership with 15% discount for family members
Please Apply:
With a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references (email addresses and phone numbers) who can attest to your character and previous work and/or volunteer performance.
Please send application packages to:
Sandra Warkentin, General Manager of Child Care
YMCA of Southeastern Alberta
221 4th Ave SE