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Position Title: Kitchen Assistant, Child Care

Location: Supports three YMCA Child Care programs in close proximity

• Waterview YMCA Child Care (150 Water Street, Vancouver, BC)
• Portside YMCA Child Care (151 Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC)
• Woodwards YMCA Childcare (111 W Hastings, Vancouver, BC)

Terms: Full-time, Permanent
Shift: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, varying shifts between 7:30am and 6:00pm
Salary: $16.40 per hour, this position is eligible for benefits
Start Date: As soon as possible
Reports to: Cook, Child Care

Situation:

The YMCA of Greater Vancouver is a charity dedicated to strengthening the foundations of community, by nurturing the potential of children, teens & young adults, promoting healthy lifestyles, fostering a sense of social responsibility and delivering lasting personal & social change. We are building a community in which a generation of children and families reach their full potential. Our values guide our decision-making and behavior—we do the right thing, put people first, keep our promises and lead by example.

For over 130 years, we have been part of the community, a place where people of every age and background find the support they need to grow in spirit, mind and body. One of the Lower Mainland’s leading charities, the YMCA of Greater Vancouver provides services in health & fitness, child care, camping, employment & community services to over 120,000 participants annually.

Nature and Scope:
Reporting to the Cook, the Kitchen Assistant supports with the preparation and delivery of nutritional snacks and hot meals for 30-40 children ages 0 to 5, in a licensed child care program. The main duties of the Kitchen Assistant include preparing food and maintaining a clean and tidy kitchen. The Kitchen Assistant will provide vacation and sick time coverage for the Cooks at all three locations which means they will need to occasionally take the lead in the kitchen.

This position is benefits eligible, and subject to applicable waiting periods is eligible for: extended health care, emergency travel assistance, dental care, long term disability, prescription drug plan, life coverage, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, employee assistance program, YMCA retirement fund, YMCA employee child care assistance plan, YMCA membership.

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Cook, prepare nutritious daily snacks and hot lunch for 30-40 children on a daily basis, Monday to Friday
• Ensure that all food adheres to allergy plans and that cultural and other dietary restrictions are followed
• Meet all health and food preparation and storage standards as per Vancouver Coastal Health
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, accidents or other relevant issues to the Cook
• Clean eating areas, kitchen area and kitchen equipment by following proper cleaning procedures and ensuring the highest level of cleaning standards are maintained
• Establish and maintain positive daily communication with staff, children and parents
• Attend and participate in staff meetings as required
• To maintain regular attendance, punctuality and to be appropriately dressed and well groomed.
• Lead the hot meal program as needed, when the Cook is away

Qualifications/Experience:

• Food Safe certificate required
• Completion of Grade 10 required
• Emergency First Aid certificate (can be obtained within first 30 days of start date)
• 1-2 years of experience in food service preferably cooking for large groups of children, including experience in proper food handling, preparation and meal planning
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently and as part of a team
• Experience working with young children in a child care/recreational setting, an asset

• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date
• The YMCA has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy requiring all staff and volunteers to be fully vaccinated, as per the timeline set out by the province

Competencies:

In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, the candidate should possess the following competencies:

Leading Self

• Evolve in Professional Capability – Commit to being better
• Achieve Excellence and Authenticity – Show up with the best version of you

Leading Others

• Develop the Potential in Others – Help people grow and lead
• Create a Culture of Connection – Build bridges between people and partners

Leading Mission

• Think and Act Strategically – Make good decisions and act on them

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Thank you for your interest and application. Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The YMCA of Greater Vancouver is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Human Resources department.