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JOB POSTING: DC-26-03

Day Care Cook
Bouts de chou Daycare

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Non-Union
Job Description
Rate of Pay: $27.44-$31.36 / hour
Date Posted: July 28, 2026

Job Summary

The Day Care Cook is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals and snacks to children at the childcare centre. In line with Canada’s Food Guide, this role ensures that all meals meet dietary requirements and individual needs, and upholds health, safety, and hygiene standards within the kitchen.

Requirements

• Secondary School Diploma
• Food Handler Certification
• Current Standard First Aid Certification or ability to obtain
• Experience required in meal preparation, with knowledge of nutrition and food safety
• Strong planning, organization, and time management abilities
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to complete forms, enter information, and maintain simple inventory, ordering, and food-service records using Microsoft Word and Excel

Working Conditions and Hours of Work

• Ability to lift, carry, and move kitchen equipment and groceries weighing up to approximately 50 lbs
• Stand for long periods, within a kitchen environment exposed to heat and various equipment
• Typical childcare centre setting with exposure to noise, cleaning products, and varied child behaviors
• 25 hours/week
• Occasional meetings, trainings, or special events outside regular hours

Questions regarding the roles and responsibilities of this position can be directed to:

Brigitte Bouffard, Director of Social Services, Town of Hearst
Email: bbouffard@hearst.ca

Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume by 4:00 p.m. on August 19, 2026, using the subject line “(your name) – Day Care Cook”, to the following address:

Jean-Michel Vachon, Director of Humn Resources, Town of Hearst
Email: hr@hearst.ca

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected and will only be used for the purposes of candidate selection. The Town of Hearst is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Applicants are asked to inform us of their accommodation needs in advance.

JOB POSTING: DC-26-04

Day Care Educator Assistant
Bouts de chou Daycare

Job Type: Casual, Part-Time, Non-Union
Rate of Pay: $27.44-$31.36 / hour
Date Posted: August 10, 2026

Job Summary

The Day Care Educator Assistant supports Early Childhood Educators in all aspects of childcare and development. This role involves assisting in the daily care, supervision, and educational activities of children in a safe and supportive environment, fostering positive interactions and contributing to a healthy learning atmosphere.

Requirements

• Secondary School Diploma
• Current Standard First Aid Certification or ability to obtain
• Bilingualism is required (French/English)
• Experience working with children
• Ability to follow pre-established procedures
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities

Working Conditions and Hours of Work

• Ability to lift, carry, and move children and classroom materials (up to approx. 20–40 lbs)
• Active participation in indoor and outdoor activities, including bending, standing, walking, and playing at children’s level
• Typical childcare centre setting with exposure to noise, cleaning products, and varied child behaviors
• 40 hours/week, between 7:00 a.m. and 5:45 p.m.
• Occasional meetings, training, or special events outside regular hours

Questions regarding the roles and responsibilities of this position can be directed to:

Brigitte Bouffard, Director of Social Services, Town of Hearst
Email: bbouffard@hearst.ca

Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume by 4:00 p.m. on August 24, 2026, using the subject line “(your name) – Day Care Educator Assistant”, to the following address:

Jean-Michel Vachon, Director of Human Resources, Town of Hearst
Email: hr@hearst.ca

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected and will only be used for the purposes of candidate selection. The Town of Hearst is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Applicants are asked to inform us of their accommodation needs in advance.

• Community Engagement: Actively contribute to improving the well-being of the local population by responding to fires, medical emergencies, or road accidents.
• Develop Self-Esteem: Achieve goals and collaborate within a united team.
• Engagement and Integration: Actively participate in activities and foster the creation of lasting relationships.
• Training Included: All necessary training is provided, regardless of your experience level.
• Personal Development: Acquire transferable and useful skills throughout your professional and personal journey.

Ready to put on the uniform?

Application Form and Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment & Orientation Guide

Contact Michel Blais, Interim Fire Chief at 705-362-4341 or by email at fire@hearst.ca