Childcare Centre Cook/Teaching Assistant
Permanent, Full time
Umbrella Family stands out for its commitment to building meaningful connections
that benefit children and their families. As a cornerstone of the Hamilton
community for over 35 years, our team is comprised of experienced and positive
professionals in early childhood education. Our educators receive unparalleled
support and professional development opportunities.
Starting a career with Umbrella Family means stepping into a role where you can
confidently serve as a positive co-learner during children’s formative years. It
is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact and
contribute to shaping future generations.
Umbrella Family is not just a place to work, it is a community where educators
thrive, grow and truly belong.
Location: Lawfield Centre, 45 Berko Avenue, Hamilton, ON L8H 6R7
Total Weekly Hours: 35 hours per week (30 hours- Cook tasks and 5- Teaching
Assistant tasks)
Schedule: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm
- 9:00am-3:30pm- Cook hours
- 3:30pm-4:30pm- Teaching Assistant hours
Pay Rate (per Collective Agreement, includes wage grants): $20.93 (Cook hours)
and $22.93 (Teaching Assistant Hours)
Why Work with Us?
As a Childcare Centre Cook/ Teaching Assistant, you will enjoy:
- Comprehensive benefits package
- RRSP matching program
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Unionized environment that supports work-life balance
- Generous vacation and sick time allotments
- Priority childcare placement for employees' children
- A positive, collaborative, and fun work environment with top-tier
professionals
Who We’re Looking For
Experience:
- Minimum 1-year experience working in a kitchen setting (preferred but not
required)
- Experience with menu planning and purchasing
- Experience in a childcare setting a definite asset
Education: College level Certificate or Diploma in a related field, Working
knowledge of the Canada’s Food Guide
Characteristics
- Excellent problem solving, interpersonal communication and organizational
skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast
paced
- Flexible environment with minimal supervision
- An advocate for diversity, equality, and inclusion
Key Responsibilities:
You will work in consultation with the Program Supervisor to ensure the smooth
operation of the kitchen and its coordination with the other programs of the
centre.
The successful candidate will:
- Plan lunch menus and snacks in accordance with the Canada Food Guide
- Post menus for parents and staff
- Conduct housekeeping tasks necessary to maintain the kitchen is organized,
clean, safe and hygienic condition at all times.
- Deliver and collect lunch/snack trays to and from all on-site programs
- Meets with the Public Health Inspector as required and ensure the kitchen and
practices follow the City of Hamilton’s health code
- Order and purchase groceries in order to implement the planned menus
- When required, supervise children, scanning the area routinely to ensure
safety, and recognize potentially hazardous situations so that they may be
prevented. This may be required during lunch time or the beginning of the day
Commitment to Accessibility
We are committed to providing accommodations in compliance with the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please let us know if
you require accommodations during the hiring process.
Ready to Apply?
We appreciate all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.
Not the position for you? Send your resume and introduction to
talent@umbrellafamily.com to join our talent pool!
