COOK/CCA

About the role

The Cook prepares and serves healthy meals and snacks that meet Canada's Food Guide standards, the centre's nutritional policies, and are age-appropriate. The role ensures food handling and preparation comply with Manitoba Public Health requirements while supporting a positive, welcoming mealtime environment for children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks that accommodate allergies, restrictions, and cultural needs.
• Follow and update posted menus; maintain accurate food records.
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe, and compliant with Public Health standards.
• Monitor inventory.
• Collaborate with staff to coordinate mealtimes and support food-related learning activities.
• Participate in safety drills and maintain up-to-date Food Handler and First Aid certification.

The Manitoba Child Care Association acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 1 Territory and on the lands of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene Peoples, and the Red River Métis Homeland. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and move forward in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.