Overview

Cook’s Assistant
Wise Owl Day Care Centre
Location: Pembroke, Ontario
Posted: November 5th 2026
Salary: $17.95 per hour
Description:
Wise Owl Day Care Centre is a licensed, non-profit childcare centre. We provide programs for infants, toddlers, pre-school, full day before and after kindergarten, and a before and after school-age program. We are one of Renfrew County’s largest childcare facilities, hosting children ranging in age from infant to school age.

Wise Owl Day Care Centre is currently recruiting for a Cook’s Assistant. This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. This position is available to start November 16th.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in the overall function of the kitchen in a positive and efficient manner.
  • Maintain an above average sanitary condition of the kitchen including all supplies, equipment used in meal preparation and service.
  • Assist with the preparation of meals and snacks using whole foods and foods prepared from scratch using unprocessed ingredients, considering seasonal foods.
  • Ensure that all food is properly and safely stored for optimum food safety and nutrition.
  • Be aware of and follow the requirements of the Ministry of Education and Renfrew County & District Health Unit.
  • Be aware of and plan for diet restrictions and food allergies.
  • Work easily in a child centred environment.
Qualifications
  • A sound knowledge of food hygiene practices.
  • Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal skills.
  • The ability to work as a part of a team and take leadership role when required.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • The ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively,
  • A vulnerable screening check.
  • A current record of immunization that meets the requirements of the Renfrew County & District Health Unit.
  • Safe Food Handlers certificate
  • Ability to accommodate work schedules that may may extend beyond the regularly scheduled shift
  • Prior experience in food service preparation is an asset
Additional Information
This position includes paid vacation and health leave days. This posting is for a vacancy. AI is not being used in the hiring process. There are no requirements for Canadian experience.

Please send your resume and cover letter in MS Word or PDF format.

Closing: November 13, 2026 at 4:30pm.
Contact Information
Valeda Steinburg, Director
Wise Owl Day Care Centre
151 Isabella Street,
Pembroke, Ontario

Email: director@wiseowldaycare.ca
Website: www.wiseowldaycare.ca