• Ability to handle emergencies, crises, hostile behaviour.
• Ability to interact in ways that demonstrate respect, trust and cooperation.
• Ability to use professional judgement based on the Canadian Food Safety Standards, Niagara Region Public Health and A Child’s World Policies.
• Ability to accommodate competing demands.
• Ability to maintain neat and accurate documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with children, parents, colleagues and community.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information related to children, parents, colleagues and community.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job as outlined in the physical demands analysis.
• Ability to work beyond regular scheduled hours.
• Ability to work in conditions involving exposure to: bodily fluids, infectious diseases, frequent high noise levels, occasional inclement weather.
• Effective Time Management.
• Knowledge of kitchen appliances and proper usage.
• Knowledge of and the ability to meet the requirements of: The Child Care and Early Years Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Niagara Region Public Health and any other associated regulations.

Ability to prepare meals and snack in a timely manner for children ages 0-10yrs. Cooking, sanitization, dishes, laundry are included in this position.