COOK / EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSISTANT (ECA) - DUNNVILLE at YWCA Hamilton

Number of Vacancies: 1

Type of Contract: Permanent

Hours of Work: 37.5 Hours/Week (20 Hours/Week - Cook, 17.5 Hours/Week - ECA)

Compensation: $20.89-21.73/Hour

Job Code: 1-DBA-2026

Start Date: TBD

Department: Children's Services

Location: Dunnville, ON

About Us

Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton’s original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are committed to providing meaningful and accessible services that create opportunities to amplify voices and co-create gender-inclusive and equitable communities.

YWORK FOR US?

Grounded in our core values of intersectional feminism, people-centered approaches, belonging, shared responsibility and strong partnerships, our work is guided by the belief that lasting change can be created together. YWCA Hamilton envisions an equitable world where women (cis and trans), girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people have the rights and resources to shape their own lives and lead their communities. Join us in taking bold action that leads to life-changing impacts in our community.

AS A YWCA HAMILTON EMPLOYEE YOU GET

• On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
• Childcare discounts
• Opportunities to get involved in our community
• A competitive total rewards package that may include extended health benefits and paid sick time (eligibility criteria applies)
  
  

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, gender diverse people and families every day, we would love for you to join our team!

Responsibilities

Prepares nutritious meals and snacks for the licensed childcare programs according to a planned rotational menu. Ensures safe food handling practices are observed, and dietary needs and allergy restrictions of the children and/or center are met.

• Responsible for day-to-day food preparation including lunches and snacks according to the YWCA Hamilton’s pre-determined menu plan;
• Prepares all foods in a timely fashion in order to follow classroom(s) schedule;
• Responsible to change menu items as needed due to allergies, and dietary restrictions
• Adheres to monthly budget to accommodate the menu;
• Ensuring the safe handling and storage of all food items;
• Assists with the general care of children in the licensed child care center as required;
• Ensures positive, professional communication with families on an ongoing basis, and responds promptly to all requests, queries and concerns;
• Ensures compliance with YWCA policies and procedure and the Child Care and Early Years Act;
• Ensure compliance with the Health Protection and Promotion Act;
• Participates in professional development including staff meetings, workshops and training;
• Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values;
• Perform other duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma – 18 years or older;
• Diploma or certificate in food services is an asset;
• Some professional training as a cook is an asset;
• Experience preparing food, including preparing for children with allergies, and an awareness of religious and alternative dietary restrictions is an asset;
• Experience in a licensed child care setting is an asset;
• Current Safe Food Handling certificate or ability to obtain prior to start;
• Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost;
• Ability to bring a feminist, anti-racist/anti-oppressive perspective to work;
• Must provide a TB test, proof of Tetanus (within 10 years) and proof of MMR immunizations;
• Bilingual English/French or other languages an asset.
  
  

As part of YWCA Hamilton’s commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women, First Nations, Métis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disabilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process, if you require accommodation please reach out to [email protected]

Personal information collected during the recruitment process will only be used for employment opportunities in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. Only applications from individuals eligible to work in Canada will be considered. YWCA Hamilton may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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