Major Responsibilities
• Plan, organize and implement creative and interactive, vegetarian cooking programs for children and youth
• Provide positive learning and recreation experiences for participating children and youth
• Ensure that all equipment and supplies are well maintained
• Manage food inventory and purchase ingredients, as required
• Liaise with parents and the public
• Complete related administrative duties and written evaluations, as required
Qualifications
• Educational background in culinary arts or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of and experience in delivering cooking programs to children and youth
• Knowledge of and experience in preparing vegetarian and vegan dishes, with an emphasis on fresh, local and organic ingredients
• Strong programming and leadership skills
• Ability and interest to teach all ages
• Administrative, organizational, research, and program development skills
• Good communication and public relations skills
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
Period of Employment
• April 15th to June 10th 2012, Sundays from 9:30am-3:00pm; some pre-season evening and/or weekend training may be required
Location
• Children’s Teaching Kitchen, High Park
Wage
• $15.87- $16.50 per hour
Application Deadline
February 7, 2012 is the deadline for applications. Applications received after the deadline are welcome, and will be considered if necessary. An application form must accompany all resumes and is available on-line at http://www.toronto.ca/parks/hiringnow/index.htm . Applications must be returned to 150 Borough Dr., 5th Floor, Toronto, ON, M1P 4N7, c/o Stella Warwar, or faxed to 416-396-5121. For more information regarding the position please contact 416-392-1329.
