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Kids & Company

Chef

Halifax, NS, Canada

$22 to $23 CAD / hour

Within 25 km of Halifax · About 0.5 km from the city centre

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Job details

Pay: $22 to $23 CAD / hour
Experience: 2–4 years of experience as a Kitchen Lead, Sous Chef, or equivalent.
Posted: Nov 12, 2026

Original job description

We are currently seeking a dedicated and flexible On-Call Chef to support our centres across Nova Scotia. Reporting to the Centre Director, the On-Call Chef plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of kitchen activities by preparing nutritious meals in accordance with Kids & Company standards. This position provides coverage during staff absences, busy periods, or as operational needs arise.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for all the cooking, baking and food preparation in accordance with the Kids & Company menu and nutritional guidelines.
Safely store food and dispose of waste following food safety regulations; maintain daily temperature logs for food, refrigerators, and freezers.
Accommodate special dietary requirements, including allergies, vegetarian meals, and other medical or cultural needs.
Ensure to follow allergen information.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen areas, including dishes, appliances, countertops, cupboards, and drawers.
Follow all applicable food handling and health & safety legislation.
Occasionally prepare meals for field trips, school-age programs, and community events.
Travel to multiple locations across Nova Scotia as needed to provide kitchen support and adapt to the unique needs of each centre.

Qualifications

Current Food Handler Certification.
2–4 years of experience as a Kitchen Lead, Sous Chef, or equivalent.
Experience in a daycare or childcare environment is considered an asset.
Valid driver's license and a clean driver’s abstract.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must pass a criminal record check.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 45 pounds.
Flexibility and availability to travel and work on short notice across up to 7 locations in Nova Scotia.

What We Offer

Be recognized for your dedication and flexibility in supporting our centres and the families we serve.
A positive, team-oriented work environment.
Opportunities for growth and career advancement within a national company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kids & Company is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodations to persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation as a job applicant, please contact us at careers@kidsandcompany.com.

Location: Nova Scotia

Vacancy Status: We are looking for On-Call 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 On-Call Chef is responsible for preparing nutritious meals in accordance with nutritional guidelines and maintaining high standards of kitchen sanitation. They must also accommodate special dietary requirements and travel to multiple locations to provide support as needed.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Food Handler Certification and possess 2–4 years of experience in a kitchen leadership role. A valid driver's license and the ability to pass a criminal record check are mandatory.

Skills

Cooking
Baking
Food preparation
Food safety
Sanitation
Allergen management
Menu planning
Kitchen maintenance
Communication
Time management
Adaptability

Benefits

Opportunities for growth and career advancement
Positive team-oriented work environment

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Keywords

Chef
Food Handler Certification
Kitchen Lead
Sous Chef
Childcare
Daycare
Food safety
Sanitation
Nutritional guidelines
Allergen information
Meal preparation
Cooking
Baking
Driver's license
Criminal record check
On-call

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