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Childcare Supervisor
Saulteau First Nations Mission
We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong and self-sufficient. As stewards of the land, we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future. We remain proudly determined.
Job Purpose
The Childcare Centre Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, community-oriented meals and snacks at the Cree-Ative Wonder Childcare Centre. This role supports meal planning, grocery shopping, kitchen sanitation, and assistance with special events. The Traditional Cook / Baker operates within a childcare setting, ensuring meals and snacks are prepared to support the needs of the children, though there is no direct interaction with children.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare daily meals and snacks that are child-friendly and nutritious.
- Collaborate with the Cultural Mentor to organize community lunches once per week (arrange groceries, pick up prepared meals as needed).
- Develop a menu with healthy, homemade options.
- Assist with special event meals (e.g., Grandparent Tea, Family Thanksgiving).
- Purchase groceries (weekly for perishables, monthly for dry goods).
- Prepare infant formula and toddler bottles.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen, dishes, bottles, and related items.
- Perform cook-related tasks not covered during cook hours.
- All other duties as required.
Required Qualifications
- High School or equivalent diploma
- Food Safe Certificate is required – this can be obtained through an on-line course if required
- Knowledge of children’s nutrition and nutritious food options.
- Standard First Aid is required
- Clear Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check is required
- Valid BC Driver’s License
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Cooking and Baking skills – proficient in traditional baking including breads, Bannock, muffins and able to plan and prepare meals.
- Time management skills to ensure food is prepped and ready for scheduled times.
- Ability to prepare and organize meal planning, food inventory, grocery lists, pick up groceries and responsible for safe storage and retrieval of food items.
- Will be expected to attend farmers markets or make connections for farm-to-table foods.
- Ability to assist with special activities that involve cooking outside such as Bannock on a stick, or some over the fire foods under land-based program.
- Ability to oversee the organization and supervision of helpers in preparing and serving snacks or meals for special events.
- Ability to maintain a clean and sanitized work area, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Ability to cut, package and prepare traditional meats/food an asset.
Work Conditions
- Travel within the SFN community and surrounding areas may be required, including weekly grocery shopping trips to Chetwynd and occasional trips (approximately six times per year) to Dawson Creek or Fort St. John.
- This is a part-time position, with 20 hours of work per week. Shifts will be 5 hours per day and will fall between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays.
- Hourly salary range $ 22.70-$25.83
- Application Deadline: January 30,2025
