Early Childhood Educator Level 1Kitchen Assistant

Are you motivated to work everyday with the goal of helping little minds to develop and enrich their growth If so we are looking for you to join our team!

You must be able to reach for excellence be a compassionate early childhood educator display empathy be trustworthy and willing to be empowered!

We currently have over 150 childcares across Canada & USA and are constantly expanding; come and grow within the company!

Responsibilities

ECE Level 1 / Kitchen Assistant Responsibilities

• Assist as a 1:1 aid to a child.
• Support childrens emotional physical and behavioural well-being while helping to develop their social emotional cognitive and physical skills.
• Maintain attendance records and complete health and safety checks.
• Work with professionals such as Speech Therapists Occupational Therapists and Early Interventionists as required.
• Support children through transitions in and out of the classroom.
• Participate and engage in team meetings workshops and professional development opportunities.
• Portion prepare and serve snacks and meals to children in accordance with established procedures.
• Handle and prepare special meals and snacks for children with allergies vegetarian diets and other dietary requirements as provided by the Commissary Kitchen.
• Ensure proper food storage and safe disposal of food items.
• Comply with all food safety sanitation health and hygiene regulations.
• Clean and sanitize appliances utensils kitchen equipment counters cupboards and drawers.
• Sweep and mop floors after meal service and remove garbage and recycling at the end of each shift.
• Assist with the preparation of food for field trips school-age programs and community events as required.
• Support the overall operation of the centre by maintaining a safe clean and welcoming environment for children and staff.

Specifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels with children parents and co-workers.
• Ability to utilize computer systems for all documentation reporting and classroom operations
• Strong collaborator and team player
• Ability to take initiative in and out of the classroom
• Strong problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• ECE certified (Level 1)
• Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Valid Standard Child Care First Aid and CPR Level B
• Valid Food Handler certificate
• Ability to push pull and lift up- to 45 pounds

What we offer

Be recognized for your contribution your dedication and hard work and go home knowing youve helped the world progress.

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical / Dental / Vision exam) 100% covered by the company
• Positive work environment with encouraging team members and opportunities for career advancement
• 35% off our child care services and receive 20 days of FREE back up child care per year!

Kids & Company is an equal-opportunity employer.

Kids & Company is committed to providing accommodation to persons with disabilities so that they may pursue employment opportunities in a similar way to other applicants. If you require accommodation as a job applicant please contact us by emailing

Required Experience:

Junior IC