SITE COOK

Homes First Society; Toronto; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Homes First Society on Victoria Park Ave E and Finch Ave E in Toronto is seeking a Site Cook to prepare and deliver nutritious meals for residents within our housing program. This full-time role emphasizes food safety and dietary needs in a fast-paced setting.

The Site Cook will follow standardized recipes, manage kitchen routines, and contribute to the nutrition program while engaging with a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Chef training, Institutional Cook or Culinary Management Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience in large quantity cooking.
• Knowledge of foods and their preparation and operation and care of kitchen equipment.
• Experience working with marginalized communities and/or persons living with mental illness and/or addictions is an asset.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, hygiene and safe handling practices/technique, Food Handler’s certificate.
• Knowledge of Shelter Standards food requirements.
• Current certificates in First Aid/CPR.
• Working in an environment with smoke may be present.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver nutritious meals to residents.
• Implement the nutrition and food preparation program for residents.

Skills

Large quantity cooking

English communication

Follow recipes

Education

Chef training

Institutional Cook

Culinary Management Diploma

Tools

Food safety practices

Job description

SITE COOK

Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options.

Position type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Victoria Park Ave E and Finch Ave E

Hours of work: Monday – Friday, 7am- 3pm

Start date: ASAP

Salary: $28.76 per hour (As per Collective Agreement)

Job Purpose: prepare and deliver nutritious meals to culturally diverse residents and implement the nutrition and food preparation program to residents.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Able to follow standardized recipes; while being aware of special dietary requirements
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to work irregular hours and weekends
• Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Knowledge of tenant populations, diversity issues, anti-discrimination practices and systemic reasons for homelessness
• Ability to collaborate with individual and client groups, agencies and other organizations
• Ability to prepare and maintain statistical reports, basic budgeting skills
• Ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances and be creative with meal preparation
• Ability to handle heavy loads and lift heavy cooking equipment and supplies
• Ensuring a clean and safe work environment is maintained
• Practicing excellent food safety and sanitation procedures
• Able to stand for extended periods
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Chef training, Institutional Cook or Culinary Management Diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrable experience in large quantity cooking
• Demonstrated knowledge of foods and their preparation and knowledge of operation and care of kitchen equipment
• Experience in working in communities with marginalized and/or persons living with mental illness and/or addictions an asset
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, hygiene and safe handling practices/techniques, Food Handler’s certificate.
• Knowledge of Shelter Standards food requirements
• Current certificates in First Aid/CPR

Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required.

Working in a pet friendly environment.

The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society.

Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Homes First Society does not use Artificial Intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for internal postings.

This is an existing open position.

Accommodation

Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.