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Daycare Chef!

Beaver Bank, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Experience: 2–4 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Chef
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

Are you passionate about serving the public and ensuring all children and clients are cared for equally? If so, we’d love to hear from you! With over 150 childcare centres across Canada and the USA - and growing - we offer exciting opportunities to develop your career with us.

About the position Reporting to the Centre Director, this role is an integral member of the Kids & Company team, supporting the overall management of daily kitchen operations. The position is responsible for all food preparation and cooking, while consistently applying Kids & Company standards to help achieve our mission.

Responsibilities

Prepare all meals, including cooking, baking, and food preparation for delivery to daycare centres, as required.
Ensure safe food storage and disposal practices, including maintaining daily logs of food and refrigerator/freezer temperatures.
Prepare special meals and snacks for children with allergies, vegetarian diets, or other dietary requirements.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of children’s allergens.
Manage weekly ordering of food supplies and kitchen equipment through head office.
Monitor and control costs by minimizing waste, managing inventory effectively, and maintaining kitchen equipment.
Comply with all health, hygiene, and food safety regulations and legislation.
Oversee kitchen operations, including dishwashing and scheduled cleaning and sanitizing of appliances, counters, cupboards, and drawers.
Prepare food for field trips, school-age programs, and community events, as needed.
Occasionally deliver prepared food to daycare centres.
Perform additional duties as required to support the needs of the daycare centres.

Qualifications

Current Food Handler Certification
2–4 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Chef
Experience in a daycare or long-term care environment is an asset
Valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Clear criminal record check
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 45 pounds

What We Offer

Recognition for your contributions, dedication, and hard work
A meaningful role where you help support children and families
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, and vision) covered by the company
A positive work environment with supportive team members and opportunities for career growth
35% discount on childcare services and 20 days of free backup childcare per year

Equal Opportunity Employer
Kids & Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities to support equitable access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact us at careers@kidsandcompany.com.

Location: Nova Scotia

Vacancy Status: We are looking for Chef for daycares in Nova Scotia.
AI Screening Disclosure: We do not use AI to screen or assess applicants.

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Responsibilities

The chef is responsible for managing daily kitchen operations, including cooking, baking, and preparing meals that meet dietary and allergen requirements. They must also maintain food safety standards, manage inventory, and ensure the kitchen is cleaned and sanitized according to regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Food Handler Certification and possess 2–4 years of experience as a Chef or Sous Chef. A valid driver's license and the ability to lift up to 45 pounds are also required.

Skills

Food preparation
Cooking
Baking
Food safety
Inventory management
Allergen management
Kitchen equipment maintenance
Sanitization
Communication
Driver's license

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Childcare discount
Free backup childcare

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Keywords

Food Handler Certification
Sous Chef
Chef
Daycare
Kitchen operations
Food safety
Inventory control
Allergen management
Sanitization
Meal preparation
Childcare
Dietary requirements
Health regulations
Food storage

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