Little Friends Child Care Toronto Inc. is looking for a reliable, caring, and organized Kitchen Cook / Kitchen Helperto join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a warm and supportive child care environment where you will help prepare nutritious meals and snacks for young children.
Location:Little Friends Child Care Toronto Inc.
9 Tallpines CourtScarborough, ON
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00
Please Note: This position is intended to begin in January 2027. We are accepting applications now and will be conducting interviews in advance of our anticipated start date.
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Day Shift (8-hour shift)
- No evenings
- No weekends
About the Role
As our Kitchen Cook / Kitchen Helper, you will be responsible for preparing healthy, nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with Canada's Food Guide, Toronto Public Health guidelines, and all food safety regulations. You will maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen while working closely with the daycare team to accommodate allergies and special dietary needs.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and afternoon snacks.
- Follow planned menus and standardized recipes.
- Ensure all meals meet children's nutritional requirements.
- Accommodate food allergies, medical diets, and dietary restrictions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen at all times.
- Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
- Receive, inspect, and properly store food deliveries.
- Monitor food inventory and notify management when supplies need to be reordered.
- Label and store food safely following proper food handling procedures.
- Follow all Toronto Public Health food safety requirements.
- Complete daily kitchen cleaning and sanitation duties.
- Work cooperatively with educators and management to support meal service.
Qualifications
- Food Handler Certificate (required or willing to obtain before starting).
- Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, daycare, school, restaurant, retirement home, or similar food service environment is an asset.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
- Ability to prepare meals efficiently for groups of children.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Friendly, dependable, and professional attitude.
- A Vulnerable Sector Check may be required.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Monday to Friday schedule
- No evenings or weekends
- Supportive and respectful work environment
- Paid vacation and statutory holidays
- Opportunity to grow with a brand-new licensed child care centre
- Stable, year-round employment
How to Apply
We would love to hear from you!
Please send your resume to:
Email: [email protected]
or contact: Navreet
Phone: 647-537-2279
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Little Friends Child Care Toronto Inc. is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
